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September is a month for resetting routines and refocusing on your health. With flu season approaching and observances like Healthy Aging Month and National Cholesterol Education Month bringing preventive health into focus, it’s a good time to check in on your well-being. SingleCare’s blog, The Checkup, has you covered with the latest health and medication news. Here are a few September articles you might have missed: At SingleCare, we’re here to help make prescription medications more affordable.

Key takeaways Most eye changes after 55 are a normal part of aging, like struggling to focus on close-up objects or having a harder time seeing at night. Some vision changes need a same-day visit to a healthcare provider, including sudden vision loss, sudden floaters or flashes, and a shadow over part of your vision. Yearly dilated eye exams are a critical part of maintaining healthy vision after 55.

Key takeaways Generic azelastine nasal spray, an antihistamine that treats allergy symptoms, is only available with a prescription. You can purchase brand-name Astepro Allergy azelastine spray over the counter. The active ingredient in OTC Astepro and generic azelastine is the same, but you can get prescription azelastine in different strengths and formulations, such as combined with fluticasone.

Key takeaways Sunosi is a controlled substance used for treating excessive daytime sleepiness in people with narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea. For different reasons, such as cost, side effects, or inadequate symptom management, some people may need to switch to alternative treatments. Common alternatives to Sunosi include Nuvigil (armodafinil) and Provigil (modafinil), which are typically less expensive.

Key takeaways 46% of U.S. adults have used AI for medication questions. According to SingleCare’s survey, nearly half of Americans have asked an AI tool about their medication. 83% of AI users worry about getting incorrect medication information. Despite these concerns, many people are already using AI to make decisions about their prescriptions. More than 80% of physicians use AI professionally. That’s up from 38% in 2023, according to the American Medical Association.

Key takeaways Caplyta is an atypical antipsychotic used to treat symptoms of bipolar depression and schizophrenia. It’s a relatively new drug with no generic available, so its retail price is high, especially for people without insurance coverage. There are ways to save money on your Caplyta prescription, including using a free SingleCare prescription discount card.

Key takeaways Digoxin toxicity can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, changes in vision, and even serious or life-threatening cardiac events. Older adults, those with decreased kidney function, and people with electrolyte imbalances are most at risk of developing digoxin toxicity. Severe toxicity is a medical emergency, though there are effective treatments available, especially when the condition is caught early.

Key takeaways Retatrutide is a once-weekly injectable weight-loss drug that activates three different hormone receptors in the body: glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), and glucagon receptor. Retatrutide is an investigational drug for now, so it is not yet available in the U.S., except through clinical trials.

Key takeaways Without insurance, a year’s worth of Foundayo costs more than $10,500 on average. Commercial insurance sometimes covers this weight loss pill, and Medicare prescription drug plans always cover it through 2026 and 2027. Foundayo tends to be more expensive than other GLP-1 medications when paid out of pocket. In this article Foundayo (orforglipron) is a prescription weight loss medication that was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in early 2026.

Key takeaways There are various types of drug classes when it comes to diabetes medication, with each lowering blood sugar in a different way. While clinical charts might explain how drugs work, they often skip over the potential costs; for example, a one-month supply of metformin can be as low as $5 versus almost $1,000 or more for a month of Mounjaro.