RX DRUG SMARTS
Doughnut Hole Calculator
If you have the Medicare Part D prescription drug benefit, find out how you can avoid the coverage gap now.
Tools
Compare Drug Effectiveness and Costs
This guide from Consumer Reports Health Best Buy Drugs describes medication alternatives for common conditions. You'll also find information about generic medications and other money-saving tips.
Drugs A-Z
Look up your meds with this drug-search tool.
Drug Interaction Checker
Check for food and drug interactions among your drugs with this tool.
AARP Programs
Rx Watchdog Reports
AARP Watchdog reports on the pricing, legislative and public policies of the world's pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Create the Good: Health Opportunities
Help others get fit, start personal medication records, and more, through Create the Good.
Divided We Fail
The Divided We Fail effort advances the idea that partisan gridlock should not stand in the way of affordable health care and long-term financial security for all Americans.
Voices
Help Loved Ones With Meds
Elinor Ginzler gives advice on how to protect loved ones from prescription-drug mishaps.
AARP Books
The AARP Guide to Pills
Information on more than 1,200 prescription and nonprescription medications, including generics, side effects, and drug interactions.
From the Harvard Condition Guides
Electronic prescriptions can help cut down on potentially harmful medication mistakes and save you money. Find out how.
Meds Not Working? It Could Be Your Juice
Grapefruit isn't the only fruit juice that could mess up your meds. Two other top juices also pose problems, research indicates.
Toss Your Meds
the Right Way
Ready to get rid of old pills? Use this easy method to trash them safely. Heads up! It involves a sandwich bag and coffee or kitty litter.
From the Online Community
Join the the conversation about drug costs. What's your take on generics?
Join Group
Journal: Meds
User Cherry wants to save money on meds. Should she try Canada?
Read Journal
Free Antibiotics …
at the Supermarket
Some supermarkets are offering a free two-week course of antibiotics through March 21. Find out which ones.
Avoid These Risky Drug Combos
At least two million older Americans are taking a potentially harmful combination of drugs, a new study warns. Here's what to watch for.
Drug Offers a Ray of Hope
for Alzheimer's Patients
A new drug appears to help people with Alzheimer's get better, at least at first. Researchers are investigating how long the effect is sustained.
Are Million-Dollar Meds
Busting Your Budget?
New "specialty" drugs command prices 10 to 100 times higher than other prescription drugs because patients have few alternatives.
Most Popular in Conditions & Treatments
AARP Health Benefits
Affordable Healthcare? Consider it Done
Insurance & Plans: From Major Medical to Medicare Supplement, find the right health insurance plan for you.
Discounts & Savings: Pharmacy, Vision & and even Fitness discounts provide everyday savings for you.
More to Explore
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
Benefits QuickLINK
Find out what public or private benefits are available for older adults and families with children.
More From AARP
Health Care Reform
Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.
Accessible Care Now
Join AARP in the fight for health reform. Make sure you speak up today!
Member Discount
Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.
Is It Truly Organic?
How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?
Enter Green Sweeps!
Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!
Fat 2 Fit
Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.
TV Tackles Aging
An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.
How to Bounce Back
Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.
Free Fun in Vegas
Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.
401(k): Debt Cutter?
Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?
Book Review
Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.
New Tricks in Bed?
Use these tips to improve your life ... under the covers. Get what you want!.
