Birmingham Apothecary

Birmingham Apothecary We are a locally owned community pharmacy located in the heart of 5 Points South in the Southside area of Downtown Birmingham.

We provide delivery services, Flu and Strep Testing, Med Sync, as well as superior customer service.

Did you know your gut does a lot more than digest food? 💚A healthy digestive system helps your body absorb nutrients, ma...
09/04/2026

Did you know your gut does a lot more than digest food? 💚

A healthy digestive system helps your body absorb nutrients, maintain balance, and support normal immune function. That’s why everyday habits like eating enough fiber, staying hydrated, and choosing the right probiotic support can matter more than you think.

Not every supplement is the right fit for everyone, though. If you’re unsure where to start, our pharmacists can help you compare options and choose what makes sense for your routine and health goals.

Stop by Birmingham Apothecary and let’s make gut health feel a little less confusing.

📍 1032 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 205-251-4248

09/04/2026

What if your health plan pays one price for a prescription, but the pharmacy receives something completely different?

That is known as spread pricing.

A PBM may charge the health plan one amount, reimburse the pharmacy a lower amount, and keep the difference.

In 2018, Ohio examined both sides of the transaction in its Medicaid program.

The findings were significant:

✔ Nearly 9% spread across all drugs
✔ About 31% on generics
✔ Almost $225 million in one year

And the only reason those numbers became visible was because the state decided to look.

The FTC has also estimated that the three largest PBMs collected around $1.4 billion through spread pricing on specialty generic drugs from 2017 through 2022.

So here is the question:

If employers and health plans cannot see both numbers, how are they supposed to know where their prescription dollars are going?

Patients deserve transparency. Pharmacies deserve transparency. Employers and taxpayers deserve it too.

What do you think? 👇

Should every prescription claim show exactly what the plan paid, what the pharmacy received, and what the PBM kept?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

📺 Friendly reminder: Have you entered our FREE TV raffle yet?There’s still time! Birmingham Apothecary is giving away a ...
09/03/2026

📺 Friendly reminder: Have you entered our FREE TV raffle yet?

There’s still time! Birmingham Apothecary is giving away a FREE TV, and both new and existing patients and customers are welcome to enter. 💚

Entering is easy. Just stop by the pharmacy and get your entry in before the deadline.

🎟️ Come see us to enter
📅 Enter by September 30
📺 One lucky winner will take home the TV!

Already entered? Tell a friend or family member so they can join in too.

📍 Birmingham Apothecary
1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

09/01/2026

Open enrollment usually focuses on premiums.

But there is another question worth asking:

Does your plan pass prescription drug rebates through to you at the pharmacy counter?

Many people assume negotiated rebates automatically mean lower prescription costs.

That is not always the case.

Depending on how a plan is structured, the savings may stay within the system instead of directly reducing what the patient pays.

That is why transparency matters.

Employers and health plans can ask:

✔ Where do the rebates go?
✔ Are savings passed through at checkout?
✔ Are patients paying based on list price or net cost?
✔ How transparent is the PBM agreement?

There are also signs that the traditional high-price, high-rebate model is starting to change, especially in areas like insulin pricing.

The bigger question is whether those changes will reach patients consistently.

What do you think? 👇

Should prescription rebates automatically lower what patients pay at the pharmacy counter?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert AderholtRepresentative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

🤰 Every pregnancy journey deserves care, support, and good information along the way.This Obstetrics Day, we’re celebrat...
08/31/2026

🤰 Every pregnancy journey deserves care, support, and good information along the way.

This Obstetrics Day, we’re celebrating the healthcare professionals who care for moms and babies through every stage of pregnancy. 💚

Pregnancy can also come with plenty of questions, especially when it comes to vitamins, supplements, and medications. What’s safe? What should you avoid? Which prenatal vitamin is right for you?

At Birmingham Apothecary, our pharmacy team is here to help answer medication-related questions and guide you through your options, while working alongside the recommendations of your healthcare provider.

From prenatal vitamins to everyday pregnancy care essentials, we’re here to make one part of the journey a little easier.

💚 Have questions? Stop by and talk with our pharmacy team.

Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or changing medications or supplements during pregnancy.

🌙 **If sleepless nights are becoming your normal, it may be time to look beyond another sleep hack.**Insomnia can affect...
08/28/2026

🌙 **If sleepless nights are becoming your normal, it may be time to look beyond another sleep hack.**

Insomnia can affect more than how tired you feel the next morning. Ongoing sleep problems can impact your mood, concentration, energy, and overall well-being.

And sometimes, the medications or supplements you’re already taking can play a role in how well you sleep.

If you’re struggling to fall asleep, waking frequently, or regularly depending on OTC sleep aids, talk with a healthcare professional about what may be contributing.

💚 At Birmingham Apothecary, our pharmacy team can help you understand OTC sleep options, check for potential medication interactions, and help you know when it’s time to speak with your doctor.

You don’t have to keep guessing your way through another sleepless night.

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

08/28/2026

What happens when the company deciding how much pharmacies get paid also owns the pharmacy getting paid?

That is one of the concerns raised in a January 2025 FTC report on specialty generic drugs.

The FTC found that the three largest PBMs marked up many specialty generics dispensed through their own affiliated pharmacies by hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of percent.

Between 2017 and 2022, those pharmacies generated more than **$7.3 billion above what the drugs cost them to acquire**.

The report also found that PBMs reimbursed their own affiliated pharmacies at higher rates than independent pharmacies for nearly every specialty generic reviewed.

By 2023, affiliated pharmacies controlled **68% of specialty drug dispensing revenue**.

Why does this matter?

Because independent pharmacies are expected to compete in a system where the same companies may influence pricing, reimbursement, and pharmacy ownership.

That raises a very simple question:

Is that a fair marketplace?

We want to hear from you 👇

Should PBMs be allowed to reimburse their own pharmacies differently than independent competitors?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

08/27/2026

Your neighborhood pharmacy has more than prescriptions. 💚

Take a walk through Birmingham Apothecary and you’ll find everyday essentials for the whole family, all in one convenient stop.

💊 Vitamins & supplements
🧴 Personal care & hygiene essentials
🥤 Cold Coca-Cola beverages
💵 Dollar items & everyday finds
💚 Plus full-service pharmacy care when you need us

Whether you’re picking up a prescription or just grabbing a few things on your way home, we’re here to make your pharmacy run a little easier.

Stop by, explore the aisles, and see what you can find!

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

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08/26/2026

What if you’re paying more for your medication than your health plan actually pays?

That can happen, especially for patients on high-deductible plans.

Before a deductible is met, many patients may be exposed to higher list prices, while rebates and discounts are applied later behind the scenes.

The result can be a confusing situation where the patient pays a significant amount at the pharmacy counter, even though the plan’s final net cost is lower.

And that can affect real healthcare decisions.

Patients may:

✔ Delay filling prescriptions
✔ Skip doses
✔ Split pills
✔ Choose over-the-counter options instead

That is why transparency matters.

Patients deserve to understand how list prices, rebates, and net costs affect what they pay.

What do you think? 👇

Should patients ever pay more than the final net cost of their medication?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

📺 Want to win a FREE TV?We’re giving one away at Birmingham Apothecary, and both new and existing patients and customers...
08/25/2026

📺 Want to win a FREE TV?

We’re giving one away at Birmingham Apothecary, and both new and existing patients and customers can enter! 💚

Stop by the pharmacy, enter the raffle, and you could be taking home a brand-new TV.

🎟️ Enter in-store
📅 Entries close September 30th
📺 One lucky winner will take home the TV!

Already part of the Birmingham Apothecary family? You can enter too. Not a patient yet? Come see us and discover what your neighborhood pharmacy has to offer while you’re here.

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

Stop by and get your entry in before September 30th! 🍀

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1032 20th Street South
Birmingham, AL
35205

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Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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