St. Bernard Drugs

04/26/2025

Unused and expired meds sitting around the house benefit NOBODY! Take the time this to properly dispose of medications you no longer need, haven't used, or that have expired.

Find a collection site near you: https://bit.ly/3oYYSPx

04/22/2025

Every day is Earth Day, but today we focus on making a difference. 🌎🌳 What small steps are you taking to make our planet a healthier place?

04/20/2025

Happy Easter! May your day be egg-stra special! 🐰🥚

04/17/2025

Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but that doesn't mean it should be ignored. Making small, manageable adjustments to our daily routines can make a world of a difference in managing stress levels for a healthier mindset:

🍃 Get some fresh air
🗨️ Reach out to friends and family for support
✅ Break down tasks into smaller, manageable steps
💤 Get enough sleep
🏋️‍♂️ Work off stress with physical activity

04/17/2025

We are closing at 1 PM tomorrow for Good Friday!

04/17/2025

End of Compounded Semaglutide:
The FDA has determined that the shortage of semaglutide injection products is resolved, meaning that supply levels of branded Ozempic and Wegovy are now sufficient.

Compounding Pharmacies:
As a result, compounding pharmacies, including state-licensed pharmacies (503A) and larger outsourcing facilities (503B), will no longer be permitted to manufacture compounded versions of semaglutide.

Deadlines:
The FDA has set deadlines for when compounders must cease compounding, distributing, or dispensing semaglutide injection products:

Pharmacies:
April 22, 2025, or until the District Court issues a decision on the OFA's preliminary injunction motion, whichever is later.

Reason for the Change:
The FDA's decision to remove semaglutide from its drug shortage list was based on the fact that Novo Nordisk, the manufacturer of Ozempic and Wegovy, has demonstrated that its brand-name products are readily available to meet patient demand.

Impact:
This change will affect pharmacies that have been relying on compounding semaglutide as an alternative to the FDA-approved products.

04/14/2025

Cluttered medicine cabinet? It's time to clean out unused and expired meds. Talk to our team about how we can help you get rid of those unused medications safely.

04/11/2025

DID YOU KNOW: Some studies have reported that pets may decrease stress, improve heart health, and lower blood pressure. Show your furry friend a bit of extra love today for all they do! 🐶🐱

04/10/2025

🌸 Sneezing, itchy eyes, and congestion got you down? Spring allergies are no joke—but relief is closer than you think! 🌿

Stop by St. Bernard Drugs for antihistamines, nasal sprays, inhalers, and more! 🫁💊
Let’s find the right solution for your allergy symptoms 💬✨

04/09/2025

Don't let spring allergies hold you back! Soothe burning, dry eyes with LEADER™ Redness Relief Eye Drops for just $1.99. Swing by St. Bernard Drugs for unbeatable savings on eye care essentials through the end of April. Say goodbye to irritation and hello to clear, comfortable eyes this allergy season!

04/08/2025

Discover amazing savings at St. Bernard Drugs until April 15! Stock up on essentials like Kleenex Facial Tissues for just $1.49, Viva Signature Paper Towels at only $1.99, and Yardley Nourishing Bath Bar for an unbeatable 99¢. Don’t miss these Hot Deals and more—shop now and save big!

04/07/2025

Spring is in the air… and so is pollen, dust, and pet dander! 🤧 Nip spring allergies in the bud with these tips:

💨 Change your air filters.
🪟 Close your windows on high pollen days.
🧽 Wipe down surfaces.
💊 Stock up on allergy essentials! We have a wide range of allergy relief products to help you feel your best.

Come see us for personalized recommendations and get back to enjoying the season!🌼

04/03/2025

📣🔔📣 We're OPEN this Saturday! Shop for weekend essentials & pick up your Rx from 9am-1pm.

04/03/2025

Vitamin E is an essential nutrient with powerful antioxidant properties that can help maintain the health of your brain, eyes, skin, and blood cells. Talk with our pharmacy team for recommendations to help meet your nutritional needs!

03/31/2025

When the insurance tells you your copay would be cheaper at a “preferred” pharmacy…

We encountered an interesting situation yesterday that we wanted to share with everyone. A long-time patient told one of our pharmacists that she switched her inhaler prescription in January to another pharmacy in town to save money. The other pharmacy has a “preferred” contract with her Medicare drug plan, which is supposed to mean that she would have slightly lower copays there. Indeed, when we looked up her plan’s copay structure, we found that the plan charges a copay of 25% of the total prescription cost at a standard pharmacy, but only 20% at a preferred pharmacy. So she should have been paying less, right?

As we looked further into this using Medicare.gov’s plan finder, we were shocked to find that the other El Dorado pharmacy was being paid almost TWICE ($150.81 vs $278.20) what we were being paid for the exact same prescription. So even though she would pay a lower percentage at the other pharmacy (20% there vs 25% here), her copay would be about 50% HIGHER at the “preferred” pharmacy!

Other pharmacy in town
total cost of prescription = $278.20 x 20% copay = $55.64

TrueCare Pharmacy
total cost of prescription = $150.81 x 25% copay = $37.70

But it gets worse. Her Medicare drug plan has a $425 deductible, meaning she would have to pay the full amount of the prescription at first. By following the advice of her plan and switching the prescription to a “preferred” pharmacy, it raised her copay from $150.81 (at our pharmacy) to $278.20!

And believe it or not, it actually gets even worse than that. Someone at this other pharmacy recommended using a prescription discount card instead of her Medicare drug plan in order to lower the cost. Doing this reduced the prescription from $278.20 to $102.34, which probably sounds like a great deal at first. But if you look at the big picture, using this discount card would mean her deductible would never be met and she would actually end up paying even more over the entire year!

Other pharmacy on Medicare drug plan:
January $278.20 (deductible)
February $173.08 (part deductible)
March $55.64
April $55.64
May $55.64
June $55.64
July $55.64
August $55.64
September $55.64
October $55.64
November $55.64
December $55.64
Yearly total $1007.68

Other pharmacy on discount card:
January $102.34
February $102.34
March $102.34
April $102.34
May $102.34
June $102.34
July $102.34
August $102.34
September $102.34
October $102.34
November $102.34
December $102.34
Yearly total $1228.08

TrueCare Pharmacy on Medicare plan:
January $150.81 (deductible)
February $150.81 (deductible)
March $130.24 (part deductible)
April $37.70
May $37.70
June $37.70
July $37.70
August $37.70
September $37.70
October $37.70
November $37.70
December $37.70
Yearly total $771.16

Some key takeaways:
1. Just because a pharmacy has a “preferred” status with a Medicare drug plan, this doesn’t mean that every prescription will be less expensive. And just one instance like this could erase any savings from other prescriptions.
2. Medicare is allowing Medicare Drug Plans to pay giant corporate pharmacies MORE than smaller independent pharmacies, even if these giant companies have contracts to be preferred pharmacies. We believe it’s unconscionable for these plans to steer people towards pharmacies that end up charging higher costs. Congress needs to force Medicare to rein in these Medicare drug plans.
3. Pharmacies that don’t truly understand the landscape of prescription insurance can cause more harm than good, even when they are simply trying to help. We can’t stress enough how terrible the advice was to use a discount card instead of meeting her deductible.
4. Not all pharmacies are the same. Many pharmacies operate with staffing situations that have been cut so short that they simply can’t give their patients the individual attention that they deserve.

03/30/2025

We want to take a moment to wish a Happy Doctor's Day to all the wonderful doctors in our community 🧑‍⚕️🩺 We couldn’t do what we do without you!

03/28/2025

GLP-1s like semaglutide work to suppress appetite and combined with diet and exercise, may help you lose weight or maintain a healthy weight. It's important to work with a reputable healthcare provider to help you with your weight loss goals. Talk to our team today about how we can help!

03/25/2025

Spring is in the air, and so are seasonal allergies 🤧 We are here to be your guide in combating spring allergies! Stock up on nasal sprays, tissues, eye drops, and immune boosting supplements to help keep your family healthy during the change of seasons 🌸