DR. DEBORAH TANYA ZAREK M.D.
Prescription History 1619930708
Internal Medicine in Wilmington, DE
Medicare Part D Prescription History
Explore the verified Medicare Part D prescription history, volume metrics, and calculated drug costs for DR. DEBORAH TANYA ZAREK M.D., an active Internal Medicine specialist practicing in Wilmington, DE. Our medical registry currently tracks 118 unique pharmaceutical formulations prescribed by this provider, representing an estimated volume of 6,254 documented patient claims. Among these therapy options, the most frequently utilized medication is Rosuvastatin Calcium, which accounts for 435 claims alone. Use the table below to sort by claims, cost, or utilization compared with the state average; select any medication for its full profile.
| Medication | Prescriptions (2024)Rx (2024) | Avg Cost per FillCost / Fill | Vs. Other DE PrescribersVs. DE Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 435 | $15.66▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Rosuvastatin Calcium: Rosuvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps to prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Talk with your doctor for more details. A HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA-REDUCTASE INHIBITOR, or statin, that reduces the plasma concentrations of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B, and TRIGLYCERIDES while increasing HDL-CHOLESTEROL levels in patients with HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and those at risk for CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES. In 2024, this provider wrote 435 Medicare prescriptions for Rosuvastatin Calcium, about 3 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (146.1). Medicare paid an average of $15.66 per fill, versus $22.78 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 1,136.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 34,071 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 351 | $17.96 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atorvastatin Calcium: Atorvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A pyrrole and heptanoic acid derivative, HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR (statin), and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that is used to reduce serum levels of LDL-CHOLESTEROL; APOLIPOPROTEIN B; and TRIGLYCERIDES. It is used to increase serum levels of HDL-CHOLESTEROL in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS, and for the prevention of CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES in patients with multiple risk factors. In 2024, this provider wrote 351 Medicare prescriptions for Atorvastatin Calcium, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (201.3). Medicare paid an average of $17.96 per fill, versus $13.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 984.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 29,526 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 303 | $9.09▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Levothyroxine Sodium: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2024, this provider wrote 303 Medicare prescriptions for Levothyroxine Sodium, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (136.5). Medicare paid an average of $9.09 per fill, versus $11.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 882.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 26,465 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate | 264 | $8.21 | ▲ More than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate: Amlodipine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Amlodipine belongs to a class of drugs known as calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Amlodipine is also used to prevent certain types of chest pain (angina). It may help to increase your ability to exercise and decrease the frequency of angina attacks. It should not be used to treat attacks of chest pain when they occur. Use other medications (such as sublingual nitroglycerin) to relieve attacks of chest pain as directed by your doctor. A long-acting dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker. It is effective in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS and HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 264 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (139.2). Medicare paid an average of $8.21 per fill, versus $7.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 713.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 21,406 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metoprolol Succinate | 246 | $17.97 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metoprolol Succinate: This medication is a beta-blocker used to treat chest pain (angina), heart failure, and high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body (such as epinephrine) that affect the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 246 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Succinate, about 2.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (112.9). Medicare paid an average of $17.97 per fill, versus $16.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 661.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,766 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lisinopril | 245 | $8.16 | ▲ More than typical |
About Lisinopril: Lisinopril is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure and to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril belongs to a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. One of the ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITORS (ACE inhibitors), orally active, that has been used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. In 2024, this provider wrote 245 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril, about 2.3 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (107.5). Medicare paid an average of $8.16 per fill, versus $7.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 647.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 19,379 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Losartan Potassium | 184 | $13.09 | ▲ More than typical |
About Losartan Potassium: Losartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and to help protect the kidneys from damage due to diabetes. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Losartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An antagonist of ANGIOTENSIN TYPE 1 RECEPTOR with antihypertensive activity due to the reduced pressor effect of ANGIOTENSIN II. In 2024, this provider wrote 184 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan Potassium, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (108.5). Medicare paid an average of $13.09 per fill, versus $11.39 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 517.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 15,520 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Omeprazole | 169 | $18.69 | ▲ More than typical |
About Omeprazole: Omeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Omeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter omeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. In 2024, this provider wrote 169 Medicare prescriptions for Omeprazole, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (95.4). Medicare paid an average of $18.69 per fill, versus $16.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 436.2 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 13,008 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 143 | $5.80 | ▲ More than typical |
About Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydrochlorothiazide belongs to a class of drugs known as diuretics/"water pills." It works by causing you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This medication also reduces extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, or kidney disease. This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath or swelling in your ankles or feet. A thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It is used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. In 2024, this provider wrote 143 Medicare prescriptions for Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (76). Medicare paid an average of $5.80 per fill, versus $4.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 413 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 12,374 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Alendronate Sodium | 131 | $9.71▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Alendronate Sodium: Alendronate is used to prevent and treat certain types of bone loss (osteoporosis) in adults. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases as you age, after menopause, or if you are taking corticosteroid medications (such as prednisone) for a long time. This medication works by slowing bone loss. This effect helps maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Alendronate belongs to a class of drugs called bisphosphonates. A nonhormonal medication for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women. This drug builds healthy bone, restoring some of the bone loss as a result of osteoporosis. In 2024, this provider wrote 131 Medicare prescriptions for Alendronate Sodium, about 3.1 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.4). Medicare paid an average of $9.71 per fill, versus $10.84 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 321 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,574 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Gabapentin | 128 | $19.50 | ▲ More than typical |
About Gabapentin: Gabapentin is used with other medications to prevent and control seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve nerve pain following shingles (a painful rash due to herpes zoster infection) in adults. Gabapentin is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A cyclohexane-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivative that is used for the treatment of PARTIAL SEIZURES; NEURALGIA; and RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME. In 2024, this provider wrote 128 Medicare prescriptions for Gabapentin, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (82.8). Medicare paid an average of $19.50 per fill, versus $17.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 299.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 8,990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metformin Hcl | 115 | $9.59 | ▲ More than typical |
About Metformin Hcl: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2024, this provider wrote 115 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (84.6). Medicare paid an average of $9.59 per fill, versus $9.14 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 300.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,002 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Simvastatin | 114 | $11.06 | ▲ More than typical |
About Simvastatin: Simvastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A derivative of LOVASTATIN and potent competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It may also interfere with steroid hormone production. Due to the induction of hepatic LDL RECEPTORS, it increases breakdown of LDL CHOLESTEROL. In 2024, this provider wrote 114 Medicare prescriptions for Simvastatin, about 2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $11.06 per fill, versus $10.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 327.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 9,820 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Boostrix TdapDiphth,pertuss(Acell),tet Vac | 92 | $69.75 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Boostrix Tdap: This vaccine is used to keep up protection (immunity) against diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw) and pertussis (whooping cough) in children and adults who have been vaccinated for these diseases in the past. Show more ▾ It may also be given during the third trimester of pregnancy to help prevent pertussis in the newborn baby. Vaccination is the best way to protect against these life-threatening diseases. Vaccines work by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies). Booster doses are needed to keep up immunity because antibody levels may become too low over time to provide the needed protection. In 2024, this provider wrote 92 Medicare prescriptions for Boostrix Tdap, about 18% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (507.7). Medicare paid an average of $69.75 per fill, versus $60.51 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 92 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 904 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Montelukast Sodium | 91 | $16.97 | ▲ More than typical |
About Montelukast Sodium: Montelukast is used to control and prevent symptoms caused by asthma (such as wheezing and shortness of breath). Show more ▾ It is also used before exercise to prevent breathing problems during exercise (bronchospasm). This medication can help decrease the number of times you need to use your quick relief inhaler. Montelukast is also used to relieve symptoms of hay fever and allergic rhinitis (such as sneezing, stuffy/runny/itchy nose). Since there are other allergy medications that may be safer (see also Warning section), this medication should be used for this condition only when you cannot take other allergy medications or they do not work well. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks or breathing problems. If an asthma attack or sudden shortness of breath occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. This drug works by blocking certain natural substances (leukotrienes) that may cause or worsen asthma and allergies. It helps make breathing easier by reducing swelling (inflammation) in the airways. A leukotriene D4 receptor antagonist. In 2024, this provider wrote 91 Medicare prescriptions for Montelukast Sodium, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (56.2). Medicare paid an average of $16.97 per fill, versus $15.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 235 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,050 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Minoxidil | 87 | $12.22 | ▲ More than typical |
About Minoxidil: Minoxidil is used with other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Minoxidil works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. A potent direct-acting peripheral vasodilator (VASODILATOR AGENTS) that reduces peripheral resistance and produces a fall in BLOOD PRESSURE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p371) In 2024, this provider wrote 87 Medicare prescriptions for Minoxidil, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (44.9). Medicare paid an average of $12.22 per fill, versus $10.82 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 138.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,150 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| SynthroidLevothyroxine Sodium | 84 | $44.66▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Synthroid: Levothyroxine is used to treat an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Show more ▾ It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland. Low thyroid hormone levels can occur naturally or when the thyroid gland is injured by radiation/medications or removed by surgery. Having enough thyroid hormone is important for maintaining normal mental and physical activity. In children, having enough thyroid hormone is important for normal mental and physical development. This medication is also used to treat other types of thyroid disorders (such as thyroid cancer). This medication should not be used to treat infertility unless it is caused by low thyroid hormone levels. The major hormone derived from the thyroid gland. Thyroxine is synthesized via the iodination of tyrosines (MONOIODOTYROSINE) and the coupling of iodotyrosines (DIIODOTYROSINE) in the THYROGLOBULIN. Thyroxine is released from thyroglobulin by proteolysis and secreted into the blood. Thyroxine is peripherally deiodinated to form TRIIODOTHYRONINE which exerts a broad spectrum of stimulatory effects on cell metabolism. In 2024, this provider wrote 84 Medicare prescriptions for Synthroid, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (44.5). Medicare paid an average of $44.66 per fill, versus $52.95 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 237 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 7,110 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 82 | $19.14 | ▲ More than typical |
About Escitalopram Oxalate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety). Show more ▾ Escitalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. S-enantiomer of CITALOPRAM. Belongs to a class of drugs known as SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS, used to treat depression and generalized anxiety disorder. In 2024, this provider wrote 82 Medicare prescriptions for Escitalopram Oxalate, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (53.4). Medicare paid an average of $19.14 per fill, versus $15.09 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 196 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,864 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| FarxigaDapagliflozin Propanediol | 80 | $1,166.07 | ▲ More than typical |
About Farxiga: Dapagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of going to the hospital for heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Dapagliflozin is also used to treat kidney disease and heart failure. It helps to lower the risk of death from heart disease and reduces the need of going to a doctor or hospital to treat heart failure. Dapagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2024, this provider wrote 80 Medicare prescriptions for Farxiga, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (41.1). Medicare paid an average of $1,166.07 per fill, versus $1,098.27 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 175.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Bupropion XlBupropion Hcl | 79 | $34.93 | ▲ More than typical |
About Bupropion Xl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ It is also be used to prevent seasonal affective disorder (SAD), a type of depression that occurs each year at the same time (for example, during winter). Bupropion works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (dopamine, norepinephrine) in the brain. A propiophenone-derived antidepressant and antismoking agent that inhibits the uptake of DOPAMINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 79 Medicare prescriptions for Bupropion Xl, about 1.9 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.1). Medicare paid an average of $34.93 per fill, versus $32.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 208.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,264 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Furosemide | 75 | $4.85▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Furosemide: Furosemide is used to reduce extra fluid in the body (edema) caused by conditions such as heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease. Show more ▾ This can lessen symptoms such as shortness of breath and swelling in your arms, legs, and abdomen. This drug is also used to treat high blood pressure. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Furosemide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine. This helps your body get rid of extra water and salt. A benzoic-sulfonamide-furan. It is a diuretic with fast onset and short duration that is used for EDEMA and chronic RENAL INSUFFICIENCY. In 2024, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Furosemide, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (71.1). Medicare paid an average of $4.85 per fill, versus $5.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 135 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,020 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pravastatin Sodium | 75 | $23.42 | ▲ More than typical |
About Pravastatin Sodium: Pravastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES). In 2024, this provider wrote 75 Medicare prescriptions for Pravastatin Sodium, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (49.2). Medicare paid an average of $23.42 per fill, versus $19.76 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 203 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 6,072 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Spironolactone | 72 | $8.20▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Spironolactone: Spironolactone is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. It is also used to treat swelling (edema) caused by certain conditions (such as heart failure, liver disease) by removing excess fluid and improving symptoms such as breathing problems. This medication is also used to treat conditions in which the body is making too much of a natural substance (aldosterone). Spironolactone is known as a "water pill" (potassium-sparing diuretic). A potassium sparing diuretic that acts by antagonism of aldosterone in the distal renal tubules. It is used mainly in the treatment of refractory edema in patients with congestive heart failure, nephrotic syndrome, or hepatic cirrhosis. Its effects on the endocrine system are utilized in the treatments of hirsutism and acne but they can lead to adverse effects. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p827) In 2024, this provider wrote 72 Medicare prescriptions for Spironolactone, about 1.8 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (40.6). Medicare paid an average of $8.20 per fill, versus $10.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 160 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,800 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Donepezil Hcl | 71 | $16.39 | ▲ More than typical |
About Donepezil Hcl: Donepezil is used to treat confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to function. This medication is an enzyme blocker that works by restoring the balance of natural substances (neurotransmitters) in the brain. An indan and piperidine derivative that acts as a selective and reversible inhibitor of ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE. Donepezil is highly selective for the central nervous system and is used in the management of mild to moderate DEMENTIA in ALZHEIMER DISEASE. In 2024, this provider wrote 71 Medicare prescriptions for Donepezil Hcl, about 1.5 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (45.9). Medicare paid an average of $16.39 per fill, versus $14.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 147 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,410 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 70 | $16.06▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Tamsulosin Hcl: Tamsulosin is used by men to treat the symptoms of an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia-BPH). Show more ▾ It does not shrink the prostate, but it works by relaxing the muscles in the prostate and the bladder. This helps to relieve symptoms of BPH such as difficulty in beginning the flow of urine, weak stream, and the need to urinate often or urgently (including during the middle of the night). Tamsulosin belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha blockers. Do not use this medication to treat high blood pressure. A sulfonamide derivative and adrenergic alpha-1 receptor antagonist that is used to relieve symptoms of urinary obstruction caused by BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 70 Medicare prescriptions for Tamsulosin Hcl, about 79% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (89). Medicare paid an average of $16.06 per fill, versus $18.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 188 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,617 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| OzempicSemaglutide | 69 | $1,482.26▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ozempic: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Semaglutide is also used in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. If you use insulin, semaglutide is not a substitute for insulin treatment. A glucagon-like peptide and GLP-1 agonist used to enhance glycemic control of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS, and for OBESITY MANAGEMENT. In 2024, this provider wrote 69 Medicare prescriptions for Ozempic, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (58.3). Medicare paid an average of $1,482.26 per fill, versus $1,526.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 106.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,110 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| JardianceEmpagliflozin | 68 | $1,318.16 | ▲ More than typical |
About Jardiance: Empagliflozin is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Empagliflozin is also used in patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease to lower the risk of death from heart attack or stroke. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sugar by your kidneys. Empagliflozin is also used to treat heart failure and kidney disease. It helps to lower the risk of death from heart disease and reduces the need of going to a hospital to treat heart failure or kidney disease. It also helps to lower the risk of dialysis in people with kidney disease. Empagliflozin works by increasing the removal of sodium by your kidneys. In 2024, this provider wrote 68 Medicare prescriptions for Jardiance, about 1.3 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (51.3). Medicare paid an average of $1,318.16 per fill, versus $1,166.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 162 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,860 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Fluticasone Propionate | 63 | $16.70▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Fluticasone Propionate: Fluticasone is used to relieve seasonal and year-round allergic and non-allergic nasal symptoms, such as stuffy/runny nose, itching, and sneezing. Show more ▾ It can also help relieve allergy eye symptoms such as itchy, watery eyes. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works in your nose to block the effects of substances that cause allergies (such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold) and to reduce swelling. A STEROID with GLUCOCORTICOID RECEPTOR activity that is used to manage the symptoms of ASTHMA; ALLERGIC RHINITIS, and ATOPIC DERMATITIS. In 2024, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Fluticasone Propionate, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (54.3). Medicare paid an average of $16.70 per fill, versus $16.90 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 129.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,852 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Atenolol | 63 | $9.79 | ▲ More than typical |
About Atenolol: Atenolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Atenolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, but without a negative inotropic effect. In 2024, this provider wrote 63 Medicare prescriptions for Atenolol, about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (37.6). Medicare paid an average of $9.79 per fill, versus $9.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 187 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 5,607 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd)Diltiazem Hcl | 61 | $23.27▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd): Diltiazem is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent chest pain (angina). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. When used regularly, diltiazem can decrease the number and severity of episodes of chest pain from angina. It may help increase your ability to exercise. Diltiazem is called a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing blood vessels in the body and heart so blood can flow more easily. Diltiazem also lowers your heart rate. These effects help the heart work less hard and lower blood pressure. A benzothiazepine derivative with vasodilating action due to its antagonism of the actions of CALCIUM ion on membrane functions. In 2024, this provider wrote 61 Medicare prescriptions for Diltiazem 24hr Er (Cd), about 1.7 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (36.3). Medicare paid an average of $23.27 per fill, versus $33.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 156.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,598 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pregabalin | 59 | $25.14▼ below DE avg | ▲ More than typical |
About Pregabalin: This medication is used to treat pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles (herpes zoster) infection, or spinal cord injury. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat pain in people with fibromyalgia. It is also used with other medications to treat certain types of seizures (focal seizures). A gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) derivative that functions as a CALCIUM CHANNEL BLOCKER and is used as an ANTICONVULSANT as well as an ANTI-ANXIETY AGENT. It is also used as an ANALGESIC in the treatment of NEUROPATHIC PAIN and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 59 Medicare prescriptions for Pregabalin, about 1.4 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.2). Medicare paid an average of $25.14 per fill, versus $27.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 100.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,001 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| EliquisApixaban | 57 | $1,384.42 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Eliquis: Apixaban is used to prevent serious blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip/knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ With atrial fibrillation, part of the heart does not beat the way it should. This can lead to blood clots forming, which can travel to other parts of your body (such as the lungs or legs) or increase your risk for stroke. In the United States, apixaban is also approved to treat certain types of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis-DVT, pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent them from forming again. Apixaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. An antithrombotic agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 57 Medicare prescriptions for Eliquis, about 64% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (89.2). Medicare paid an average of $1,384.42 per fill, versus $1,046.69 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 141 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,230 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 56 | $13.83▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Pantoprazole Sodium: Pantoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. This medication relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. It helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Pantoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER. In 2024, this provider wrote 56 Medicare prescriptions for Pantoprazole Sodium, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (61.7). Medicare paid an average of $13.83 per fill, versus $16.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 151 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 4,530 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ShingrixVaricella-Zoster Ge/As01b/Pf | 55 | $221.50 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Shingrix: This vaccine is used by adults to prevent zoster (shingles). Show more ▾ Zoster is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. After you have been infected with chickenpox (usually in childhood), the virus can live in your body's nerve roots in an inactive form. For reasons that are not fully understood, the virus may become active again. This causes shingles with symptoms of rash, blisters, and pain. This vaccine works by boosting the body's natural defense (immunity) against the zoster virus so that symptoms of shingles do not develop. It should not be used for treating active shingles, nerve pain caused by shingles, or for the prevention of chickenpox. Vaccines may not fully protect everyone who receives them. This vaccine should not be used by children. In 2024, this provider wrote 55 Medicare prescriptions for Shingrix, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (254.6). Medicare paid an average of $221.50 per fill, versus $191.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 55 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 577 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| XareltoRivaroxaban | 47 | $1,540.80 | ≈ Typical |
About Xarelto: Rivaroxaban is used to prevent blood clots from forming due to a certain irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) or after hip or knee replacement surgery. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent blood clots from forming in high-risk patients with limited mobility during their hospital stay and after discharge. In addition, rivaroxaban is used to treat blood clots (such as in deep vein thrombosis-DVT or pulmonary embolus-PE) and to prevent the blood clots from forming again. Rivaroxaban may be used in children to prevent blood clots from forming after a certain heart surgery (Fontan procedure). Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that works by blocking certain clotting proteins in your blood. A morpholine and thiophene derivative that functions as a FACTOR XA INHIBITOR and is used in the treatment and prevention of DEEP-VEIN THROMBOSIS and PULMONARY EMBOLISM. It is also used for the prevention of STROKE and systemic embolization in patients with non-valvular ATRIAL FIBRILLATION, and for the prevention of atherothrombotic events in patients after an ACUTE CORONARY SYNDROME. In 2024, this provider wrote 47 Medicare prescriptions for Xarelto, about 81% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (57.7). Medicare paid an average of $1,540.80 per fill, versus $1,099.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 134 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,997 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | 46 | $64.01 | ▲ More than typical |
About Esomeprazole Magnesium: Esomeprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Esomeprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter esomeprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. The S-isomer of omeprazole. In 2024, this provider wrote 46 Medicare prescriptions for Esomeprazole Magnesium, about 1.6 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (28.1). Medicare paid an average of $64.01 per fill, versus $59.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication more often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 132 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,894 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ipratropium Bromide | 45 | $32.60▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Ipratropium Bromide: Ipratropium is used to treat a runny nose caused by the common cold or seasonal allergies. Show more ▾ It works by reducing the amount of fluid/mucus released from inside your nose. This medication does not relieve symptoms of stuffy nose or sneezing. A muscarinic antagonist structurally related to ATROPINE but often considered safer and more effective for inhalation use. It is used for various bronchial disorders, in rhinitis, and as an antiarrhythmic. In 2024, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Ipratropium Bromide, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (39.9). Medicare paid an average of $32.60 per fill, versus $32.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 68.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,722 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Sertraline Hcl | 45 | $12.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Sertraline Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, social anxiety disorder). Show more ▾ It is also used to treat a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Sertraline belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A selective serotonin uptake inhibitor that is used in the treatment of depression. In 2024, this provider wrote 45 Medicare prescriptions for Sertraline Hcl, about 79% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (57.2). Medicare paid an average of $12.09 per fill, versus $10.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 125 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,750 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Trazodone Hcl | 44 | $10.73▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trazodone Hcl: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Trazodone works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A serotonin uptake inhibitor that is used as an antidepressive agent. It has been shown to be effective in patients with major depressive disorders and other subsets of depressive disorders. It is generally more useful in depressive disorders associated with insomnia and anxiety. This drug does not aggravate psychotic symptoms in patients with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorders. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p309) In 2024, this provider wrote 44 Medicare prescriptions for Trazodone Hcl, about 72% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (60.9). Medicare paid an average of $10.73 per fill, versus $11.34 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 130 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Famotidine | 43 | $15.05▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Famotidine: Famotidine is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. Show more ▾ This medication is also used to treat certain stomach and throat (esophagus) problems (such as erosive esophagitis, gastroesophageal reflux disease-GERD, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as cough that doesn't go away, stomach pain, heartburn, and difficulty swallowing. Famotidine belongs to a class of drugs known as H2 blockers. This medication is also available without a prescription. It is used to prevent and treat heartburn and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach (acid indigestion). If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. A competitive histamine H2-receptor antagonist. Its main pharmacodynamic effect is the inhibition of gastric secretion. In 2024, this provider wrote 43 Medicare prescriptions for Famotidine, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (47). Medicare paid an average of $15.05 per fill, versus $16.46 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 107 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,210 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl | 42 | $8.72 | ≈ Typical |
About Tramadol Hcl: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2024, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl, about 90% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (46.9). Medicare paid an average of $8.72 per fill, versus $7.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 893 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Losartan-HydrochlorothiazideLosartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 42 | $24.90 | ≈ Typical |
About Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It is also used to lower the risk of strokes in patients with high blood pressure and an enlarged heart. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: losartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Losartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2024, this provider wrote 42 Medicare prescriptions for Losartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (34.8). Medicare paid an average of $24.90 per fill, versus $17.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 126 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,780 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Meloxicam | 41 | $10.09 | ≈ Typical |
About Meloxicam: Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis. Show more ▾ It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. A benzothiazine and thiazole derivative that acts as a NSAID and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS; and ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS. In 2024, this provider wrote 41 Medicare prescriptions for Meloxicam, about 83% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (49.5). Medicare paid an average of $10.09 per fill, versus $5.98 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 79 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Mirtazapine | 39 | $21.91 | ≈ Typical |
About Mirtazapine: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Mirtazapine works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A piperazinoazepine tetracyclic compound that enhances the release of NOREPINEPHRINE and SEROTONIN through blockage of presynaptic ALPHA-2 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS. It also blocks both 5-HT2 and 5-HT3 serotonin receptors and is a potent HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR antagonist. It is used for the treatment of depression, and may also be useful for the treatment of anxiety disorders. In 2024, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Mirtazapine, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (43). Medicare paid an average of $21.91 per fill, versus $21.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 69 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,070 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Venlafaxine Hcl ErVenlafaxine Hcl | 39 | $33.23 | ≈ Typical |
About Venlafaxine Hcl Er: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder). Show more ▾ Venlafaxine belongs to a class of drugs known as serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A cyclohexanol and phenylethylamine derivative that functions as a SEROTONIN AND NORADRENALINE REUPTAKE INHIBITOR (SNRI) and is used as an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT. In 2024, this provider wrote 39 Medicare prescriptions for Venlafaxine Hcl Er, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (31.5). Medicare paid an average of $33.23 per fill, versus $27.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 111 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 3,307 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Alprazolam | 38 | $3.67▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Alprazolam: Alprazolam is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of medications called benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. It works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A triazolobenzodiazepine compound with antianxiety and sedative-hypnotic actions, that is efficacious in the treatment of PANIC DISORDERS, with or without AGORAPHOBIA, and in generalized ANXIETY DISORDERS. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p238) In 2024, this provider wrote 38 Medicare prescriptions for Alprazolam, about 64% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (59.6). Medicare paid an average of $3.67 per fill, versus $7.26 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 43.9 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,004 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ArexvyRsvpref3 Antigen/As01e/Pf | 35 | $312.57 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Arexvy: This vaccine is used to prevent infection by the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Show more ▾ Some brands may also be given during the third trimester of pregnancy to help prevent RSV in the newborn baby. RSV can cause serious illness, especially in older adults with certain health problems (such as heart disease, lung disease) and infants. It works by causing the body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the virus. Vaccines may not fully protect everyone who receives them. In 2024, this provider wrote 35 Medicare prescriptions for Arexvy, about 15% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (238). Medicare paid an average of $312.57 per fill, versus $270.75 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 35 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 296 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Zolpidem Tartrate | 34 | $8.60▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Zolpidem Tartrate: Zolpidem is used for a short time to treat a certain sleep problem (insomnia) in adults. Show more ▾ If you have trouble falling asleep, it helps you fall asleep faster, so you can get a better night's rest. Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. It acts on your brain to produce a calming effect. An imidazopyridine derivative and short-acting GABA-A receptor agonist that is used for the treatment of INSOMNIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Zolpidem Tartrate, about 87% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (39.3). Medicare paid an average of $8.60 per fill, versus $9.54 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,385 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Duloxetine Hcl | 34 | $26.85▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Duloxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, anxiety). Show more ▾ It is also used to help relieve nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy) in people with diabetes or ongoing pain due to medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic back pain, or fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain). Duloxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances (serotonin and norepinephrine) in the brain. A thiophene derivative and selective NEUROTRANSMITTER UPTAKE INHIBITOR for SEROTONIN and NORADRENALINE (SNRI). It is an ANTIDEPRESSIVE AGENT and ANXIOLYTIC, and is also used for the treatment of pain in patients with DIABETES MELLITUS and FIBROMYALGIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 34 Medicare prescriptions for Duloxetine Hcl, about 74% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (46.2). Medicare paid an average of $26.85 per fill, versus $30.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 82 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,444 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Olmesartan Medoxomil | 32 | $27.61 | ≈ Typical |
About Olmesartan Medoxomil: Olmesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Olmesartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. An ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to manage HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Olmesartan Medoxomil, about 76% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.1). Medicare paid an average of $27.61 per fill, versus $27.04 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 84 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,520 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-MacroNitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst | 32 | $13.09▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro: This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (acute cystitis). Show more ▾ It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. This medication should not be used in infants younger than 1 month old (see also Precautions section). This drug should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses). In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (28.8). Medicare paid an average of $13.09 per fill, versus $13.57 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 32 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 293 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ezetimibe | 32 | $42.51 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ezetimibe: Ezetimibe is used along with a low cholesterol/low fat diet and exercise to help lower cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Ezetimibe may be used alone or with other drugs (such as "statins" or fibrates). Ezetimibe works by reducing the amount of cholesterol your body absorbs from your diet. Reducing cholesterol may help prevent strokes and heart attacks. An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 32 Medicare prescriptions for Ezetimibe, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (57.7). Medicare paid an average of $42.51 per fill, versus $38.81 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 68 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,040 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Albuterol Sulfate HfaAlbuterol Sulfate | 31 | $33.89 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Albuterol Sulfate Hfa: Albuterol (also known as salbutamol) is used to prevent and treat wheezing and shortness of breath caused by breathing problems (such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent asthma brought on by exercise. It is a quick-relief drug. Albuterol belongs to a class of drugs known as bronchodilators. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Controlling symptoms of breathing problems can decrease time lost from work or school. A short-acting beta-2 adrenergic agonist that is primarily used as a bronchodilator agent to treat ASTHMA. Albuterol is prepared as a racemic mixture of R(-) and S(+) stereoisomers. The stereospecific preparation of R(-) isomer of albuterol is referred to as levalbuterol. In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Albuterol Sulfate Hfa, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (58). Medicare paid an average of $33.89 per fill, versus $33.03 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,247 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Finasteride | 31 | $10.62▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Finasteride: Finasteride is used to shrink an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia or BPH) in adult men. Show more ▾ It may be used alone or taken in combination with other medications to reduce symptoms of BPH and may also reduce the need for surgery. Finasteride may improve symptoms of BPH and provide benefits such as decreased urge to urinate, better urine flow with less straining, less of a feeling that the bladder is not completely emptied, and decreased nighttime urination. This medication works by decreasing the amount of a natural body hormone (DHT) that causes growth of the prostate. Finasteride is not approved for prevention of prostate cancer. It may slightly increase the risk of developing a very serious form of prostate cancer. Talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks. Women and children should not use this medication. An orally active 3-OXO-5-ALPHA-STEROID 4-DEHYDROGENASE inhibitor. It is used as a surgical alternative for treatment of benign PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Finasteride, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (58.2). Medicare paid an average of $10.62 per fill, versus $17.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 67 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,984 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Carvedilol | 31 | $12.37 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Carvedilol: Carvedilol is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used after a heart attack to improve the chance of survival if your heart is not pumping well. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This drug works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers your heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on your heart. Carvedilol belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha and beta blockers. A carbazole and propanol derivative that acts as a non-cardioselective beta blocker and vasodilator. It has blocking activity for ALPHA 1 ADRENERGIC RECEPTORS and, at higher doses, may function as a blocker of CALCIUM CHANNELS; it also has antioxidant properties. Carvedilol is used in the treatment of HYPERTENSION; ANGINA PECTORIS; and HEART FAILURE. It can also reduce the risk of death following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2024, this provider wrote 31 Medicare prescriptions for Carvedilol, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (70). Medicare paid an average of $12.37 per fill, versus $10.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 84 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,520 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Celecoxib | 30 | $54.89 | ≈ Typical |
About Celecoxib: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specifically a COX-2 inhibitor, which relieves pain and swelling (inflammation). Show more ▾ It is used to treat arthritis, acute pain, and menstrual pain and discomfort. The pain and swelling relief provided by this medication helps you perform more of your normal daily activities. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. See also Warning section. This drug works by blocking the enzyme in your body that makes prostaglandins. Decreasing prostaglandins helps to reduce pain and swelling. A pyrazole derivative and selective CYCLOOXYGENASE 2 INHIBITOR that is used to treat symptoms associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS; OSTEOARTHRITIS and JUVENILE ARTHRITIS, as well as the management of ACUTE PAIN. In 2024, this provider wrote 30 Medicare prescriptions for Celecoxib, about 81% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (36.9). Medicare paid an average of $54.89 per fill, versus $35.01 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 62 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,860 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Buspirone Hcl | 29 | $11.42▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Buspirone Hcl: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ It may help you think more clearly, relax, worry less, and take part in everyday life. It may also help you to feel less jittery and irritable, and may control symptoms such as trouble sleeping, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. Buspirone is a medication for anxiety (anxiolytic) that works by affecting certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). An anxiolytic agent and serotonin receptor agonist belonging to the azaspirodecanedione class of compounds. Its structure is unrelated to those of the BENZODIAZAPINES, but it has an efficacy comparable to DIAZEPAM. In 2024, this provider wrote 29 Medicare prescriptions for Buspirone Hcl, about 70% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (41.4). Medicare paid an average of $11.42 per fill, versus $16.44 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 41 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| RybelsusSemaglutide | 28 | $1,649.46▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Rybelsus: Semaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Semaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. A glucagon-like peptide and GLP-1 agonist used to enhance glycemic control of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS, and for OBESITY MANAGEMENT. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Rybelsus, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (24.6). Medicare paid an average of $1,649.46 per fill, versus $1,723.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 50 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,500 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Valsartan | 28 | $47.96 | ≈ Typical |
About Valsartan: Valsartan is used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. Show more ▾ It is also used to improve the chance of living longer after a heart attack. In people with heart failure, it may also lower the chance of having to go to the hospital for heart failure. Valsartan belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. A tetrazole derivative and ANGIOTENSIN II TYPE 1 RECEPTOR BLOCKER that is used to treat HYPERTENSION. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan, about 77% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (36.2). Medicare paid an average of $47.96 per fill, versus $35.83 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 74 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,220 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 28 | $18.03▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Quetiapine Fumarate: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, sudden episodes of mania or depression associated with bipolar disorder). Show more ▾ Quetiapine belongs to a class of drugs known as atypical antipsychotics. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain. A dibenzothiazepine and ANTIPSYCHOTIC AGENT that targets the SEROTONIN 5-HT2 RECEPTOR; HISTAMINE H1 RECEPTOR, adrenergic alpha1 and alpha2 receptors, as well as the DOPAMINE D1 RECEPTOR and DOPAMINE D2 RECEPTOR. It is used in the treatment of SCHIZOPHRENIA; BIPOLAR DISORDER and DEPRESSIVE DISORDER. In 2024, this provider wrote 28 Medicare prescriptions for Quetiapine Fumarate, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (49.2). Medicare paid an average of $18.03 per fill, versus $20.05 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 60 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| MounjaroTirzepatide | 27 | $1,801.11 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Mounjaro: Tirzepatide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin and decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. An analog of GASTRIC INHIBITORY POLYPEPTIDE and agonist of GLUCOSE-DEPENDENT INSULINOTROPIC POLYPEPTIDE RECEPTOR and GLUCAGON-LIKE PEPTIDE-1 RECEPTOR used to enhance glycemic control of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS. In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Mounjaro, about 70% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (38.5). Medicare paid an average of $1,801.11 per fill, versus $1,362.42 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 45.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,344 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxycodone Hcl | 27 | $14.42▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone Hcl: This medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 27 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (80.7). Medicare paid an average of $14.42 per fill, versus $15.85 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 690 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Nystatin | 26 | $15.75▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Nystatin: Nystatin is used to treat fungal skin infections. Show more ▾ Nystatin is an antifungal that works by stopping the growth of fungus. Macrolide antifungal antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces noursei, S. aureus, and other Streptomyces species. The biologically active components of the complex are nystatin A1, A2, and A3. In 2024, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Nystatin, about 1.2 times the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.2). Medicare paid an average of $15.75 per fill, versus $17.50 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 808 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Potassium Chloride | 26 | $18.10▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Potassium Chloride: This medication is a mineral supplement used to treat or prevent low amounts of potassium in the blood. Show more ▾ A normal level of potassium in the blood is important. Potassium helps your cells, kidneys, heart, muscles, and nerves work properly. Most people get enough potassium by eating a well-balanced diet. Some conditions that can lower your body's potassium level include severe prolonged diarrhea and vomiting, hormone problems such as hyperaldosteronism, or treatment with "water pills"/diuretics. A white crystal or crystalline powder used in BUFFERS; FERTILIZERS; and EXPLOSIVES. It can be used to replenish ELECTROLYTES and restore WATER-ELECTROLYTE BALANCE in treating HYPOKALEMIA. In 2024, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Potassium Chloride, about 62% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.2). Medicare paid an average of $18.10 per fill, versus $23.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,245 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tramadol Hcl ErTramadol Hcl | 26 | $55.52▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tramadol Hcl Er: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain. Tramadol belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating. In 2024, this provider wrote 26 Medicare prescriptions for Tramadol Hcl Er, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (46). Medicare paid an average of $55.52 per fill, versus $63.45 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 755 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lisinopril-HydrochlorothiazideLisinopril/Hydrochlorothiazide | 25 | $11.33 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide: This medication is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: lisinopril and hydrochlorothiazide. Lisinopril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. This product is used when one drug is not controlling your blood pressure. Your doctor may direct you to take the individual medications first, and then switch you to this combination product. Do not keep taking the individual medications (lisinopril and/or hydrochlorothiazide) after you start this medication. In 2024, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Lisinopril-Hydrochlorothiazide, about 72% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (34.6). Medicare paid an average of $11.33 per fill, versus $10.13 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 72.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 2,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride ErOxybutynin Chloride | 25 | $34.38 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride Er: This is a long-acting form of oxybutynin that is used to treat overactive bladder and urinary conditions. Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. This medication is also used to treat children 6 years of age and older who have an overactive bladder due to certain nerve disorders (such as spina bifida). In 2024, this provider wrote 25 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride Er, about 72% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (35). Medicare paid an average of $34.38 per fill, versus $27.40 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 57 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,710 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxycodone-AcetaminophenOxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen | 24 | $41.76 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycodone-Acetaminophen: This combination medication is used to help relieve moderate to severe pain. Show more ▾ It contains an opioid pain reliever (oxycodone) and a non-opioid pain reliever (acetaminophen). Oxycodone works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Acetaminophen can also reduce a fever. In 2024, this provider wrote 24 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycodone-Acetaminophen, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (95.8). Medicare paid an average of $41.76 per fill, versus $26.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 505 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 23 | $7.65▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Metoprolol Tartrate: Metoprolol is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack. Metoprolol belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart. A selective adrenergic beta-1 blocking agent that is commonly used to treat ANGINA PECTORIS; HYPERTENSION; and CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Metoprolol Tartrate, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (57.4). Medicare paid an average of $7.65 per fill, versus $8.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 60.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,785 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Prednisone | 23 | $5.06 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Prednisone: Prednisone is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing problems, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems, and immune system disorders. Show more ▾ Prednisone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as swelling and allergic-type reactions. A synthetic anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid derived from CORTISONE. It is biologically inert and converted to PREDNISOLONE in the liver. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Prednisone, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (48.9). Medicare paid an average of $5.06 per fill, versus $4.47 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 31 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Allopurinol | 23 | $7.17▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Allopurinol: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. Show more ▾ It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems. A XANTHINE OXIDASE inhibitor that decreases URIC ACID production. It also acts as an antimetabolite on some simpler organisms. In 2024, this provider wrote 23 Medicare prescriptions for Allopurinol, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (43.4). Medicare paid an average of $7.17 per fill, versus $11.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 65 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,950 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Azithromycin | 22 | $7.30 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Azithromycin: Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. A semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic structurally related to ERYTHROMYCIN. It has been used in the treatment of Mycobacterium avium intracellulare infections, toxoplasmosis, and cryptosporidiosis. In 2024, this provider wrote 22 Medicare prescriptions for Azithromycin, about 70% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (31.3). Medicare paid an average of $7.30 per fill, versus $6.38 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 22 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 105 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 21 | $16.72 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cyclobenzaprine Hcl: Cyclobenzaprine is used short-term to treat muscle spasms. Show more ▾ It is usually used along with rest and physical therapy. It works by helping to relax the muscles. Lisseril is synonymous for HCl; structure. In 2024, this provider wrote 21 Medicare prescriptions for Cyclobenzaprine Hcl, about 61% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (34.2). Medicare paid an average of $16.72 per fill, versus $10.87 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 27 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 510 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Memantine Hcl | 20 | $26.87▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Memantine Hcl: Memantine is used to treat moderate to severe confusion (dementia) related to Alzheimer's disease. Show more ▾ It does not cure Alzheimer's disease, but it may improve memory, awareness, and the ability to perform daily functions. This medication works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the brain (glutamate) that is believed to be linked to symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. AMANTADINE derivative that has some dopaminergic effects. It has been proposed as an antiparkinson agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Memantine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (47.7). Medicare paid an average of $26.87 per fill, versus $39.73 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 880 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Trelegy ElliptaFluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter | 20 | $1,151.36 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trelegy Ellipta: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 3 medications: fluticasone, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics and vilanterol is a LABA medication. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (such as vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination products containing both an inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with two asthma-control medications (such as inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonist) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Trelegy Ellipta, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (56.6). Medicare paid an average of $1,151.36 per fill, versus $1,003.58 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amoxicillin | 20 | $2.09▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amoxicillin: Amoxicillin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is a penicillin-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Amoxicillin is also used with other medications to treat stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by the bacteria H. pylori and to prevent the ulcers from returning. A broad-spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic similar to AMPICILLIN except that its resistance to gastric acid permits higher serum levels with oral administration. In 2024, this provider wrote 20 Medicare prescriptions for Amoxicillin, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (43.6). Medicare paid an average of $2.09 per fill, versus $3.08 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 20 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 112 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Benazepril Hcl | 19 | $17.76 | ≈ Typical |
About Benazepril Hcl: Benazepril is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Benazepril is an ACE inhibitor and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. In 2024, this provider wrote 19 Medicare prescriptions for Benazepril Hcl, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (19.9). Medicare paid an average of $17.76 per fill, versus $12.35 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 39 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,170 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ValacyclovirValacyclovir Hcl | 18 | $28.49▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Valacyclovir: Valacyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. Show more ▾ In children, it is used to treat cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex) and chickenpox (caused by varicella zoster). In adults, it is used to treat shingles (caused by herpes zoster) and cold sores around the mouth. Valacyclovir is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, this medication is used to reduce the number of future episodes. Valacyclovir is an antiviral drug. It stops the growth of certain viruses. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Valacyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. A prodrug of acyclovir that is used in the treatment of HERPES ZOSTER and HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS INFECTION of the skin and mucous membranes, including GENITAL HERPES. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Valacyclovir, about 84% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.3). Medicare paid an average of $28.49 per fill, versus $37.52 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 463 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Breo ElliptaFluticasone/Vilanterol | 18 | $1,020.04 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Breo Ellipta: This medication is used to prevent and decrease symptoms (wheezing and trouble breathing) caused by asthma and ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ This inhaler contains 2 medications: fluticasone and vilanterol. Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs known as corticosteroids. It works by reducing the swelling of the airways in the lungs to make breathing easier. Vilanterol belongs to a class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists. It works by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. When used alone, long-acting beta agonists (like vilanterol) may rarely increase the risk of serious (sometimes fatal) asthma-related breathing problems. However, combination inhaled corticosteroid and long-acting beta agonists, such as this product, do not increase the risk of serious asthma-related breathing problems. For asthma treatment, this product should be used when breathing problems are not well controlled with one asthma-control medication (such as inhaled corticosteroid) or if your symptoms need combination treatment. Before using this medication, it is important to learn how to use it properly. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden asthma attacks. If an asthma attack occurs, use your quick-relief inhaler (such as albuterol, also called salbutamol in some countries) as prescribed. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Breo Ellipta, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (35.9). Medicare paid an average of $1,020.04 per fill, versus $608.31 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Paroxetine Hcl | 18 | $10.65▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Paroxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder). Show more ▾ Paroxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A serotonin uptake inhibitor that is effective in the treatment of depression. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Paroxetine Hcl, about 71% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (25.4). Medicare paid an average of $10.65 per fill, versus $15.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 54 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,620 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 18 | $50.42▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate: Hydroxychloroquine is used to prevent or treat malaria caused by mosquito bites. Show more ▾ The United States Center for Disease Control provides updated guidelines and travel recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria in different parts of the world. Discuss the most recent information with your doctor before traveling to areas where malaria occurs. This medication is also used to treat certain auto-immune diseases (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis). It belongs to a class of medications known as disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It can reduce skin problems in lupus and prevent swelling/pain in arthritis. Hydroxychloroquine is not recommended for coronavirus infection, also known as COVID-19, unless you are enrolled in a study. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits. A chemotherapeutic agent that acts against erythrocytic forms of malarial parasites. Hydroxychloroquine appears to concentrate in food vacuoles of affected protozoa. It inhibits plasmodial heme polymerase. (From Gilman et al., Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 9th ed, p970) In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate, about 12% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (145.6). Medicare paid an average of $50.42 per fill, versus $58.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 46 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,380 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Dicyclomine Hcl | 18 | $10.52▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Dicyclomine Hcl: Dicyclomine is used to treat a certain type of intestinal problem called irritable bowel syndrome. Show more ▾ It helps to reduce the symptoms of stomach and intestinal cramping. This medication works by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and intestines. Dicyclomine belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics/antispasmodics. This medication must not be used by children younger than 6 months because of the risk of serious side effects. A muscarinic antagonist used as an antispasmodic and in urinary incontinence. It has little effect on glandular secretion or the cardiovascular system. It does have some local anesthetic properties and is used in gastrointestinal, biliary, and urinary tract spasms. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Dicyclomine Hcl, about 72% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (24.9). Medicare paid an average of $10.52 per fill, versus $20.60 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 26 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 658 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Naproxen | 18 | $10.46▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Naproxen: See also Warning section. Show more ▾ Naproxen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, muscle aches, tendonitis, dental pain, and menstrual cramps. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis, bursitis, and gout attacks. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking your body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation. If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis, ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. An anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Both the acid and its sodium salt are used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic or musculoskeletal disorders, dysmenorrhea, and acute gout. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Naproxen, about 81% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (22.1). Medicare paid an average of $10.46 per fill, versus $14.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 24 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 685 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Eplerenone | 18 | $91.06▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Eplerenone: This medication is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ It works by blocking a chemical (aldosterone) in your body which in turn lowers the amount of sodium and water the body retains. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. It is also used to treat heart failure following a heart attack. A spironolactone derivative and selective ALDOSTERONE RECEPTOR antagonist that is used in the management of HYPERTENSION and CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE, post-MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. In 2024, this provider wrote 18 Medicare prescriptions for Eplerenone, about 84% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.5). Medicare paid an average of $91.06 per fill, versus $92.59 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 45.8 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,350 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Estradiol | 16 | $93.90 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Estradiol: This medication is a hormone. Show more ▾ It is used by women to help reduce vaginal symptoms of menopause (such as vaginal dryness/burning/itching). These symptoms are caused by the body making less estrogen. When treating only vaginal symptoms of menopause, products applied directly inside the vagina (such as this medication) should be used first. Estrogens that are taken by mouth, absorbed through the skin, or injected may have greater risks of side effects due to more estrogen being absorbed. The 17-beta-isomer of estradiol, an aromatized C18 steroid with hydroxyl group at 3-beta- and 17-beta-position. Estradiol-17-beta is the most potent form of mammalian estrogenic steroids. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Estradiol, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (41.7). Medicare paid an average of $93.90 per fill, versus $74.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 41.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,240 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lansoprazole | 16 | $28.35▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Lansoprazole: Lansoprazole is used to treat certain stomach and esophagus problems (such as acid reflux, ulcers). Show more ▾ It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes. It relieves symptoms such as heartburn, difficulty swallowing, and cough. This medication helps heal acid damage to the stomach and esophagus, helps prevent ulcers, and may help prevent cancer of the esophagus. Lansoprazole belongs to a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). If you are self-treating with this medication, over-the-counter lansoprazole products are used to treat frequent heartburn (occurring 2 or more days a week). Since it may take 1 to 4 days to have full effect, these products do not relieve heartburn right away. For over-the-counter products, carefully read the package instructions to make sure the product is right for you. Check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before. The manufacturer may have changed the ingredients. Also, products with similar brand names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes. Taking the wrong product could harm you. Lansoprazole is not recommended for use in children younger than 1 year due to an increased risk of serious side effects. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details. A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Lansoprazole, about the same volume as the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (17.6). Medicare paid an average of $28.35 per fill, versus $53.71 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ClopidogrelClopidogrel Bisulfate | 16 | $19.38 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Clopidogrel: Clopidogrel is used to prevent heart attacks and strokes in persons with heart disease (recent heart attack), recent stroke, or blood circulation disease (peripheral vascular disease). Show more ▾ It is also used with aspirin to treat new/worsening chest pain (new heart attack, unstable angina) and to keep blood vessels open and prevent blood clots after certain procedures (such as cardiac stent). Clopidogrel works by blocking platelets from sticking together and prevents them from forming harmful clots. It is an antiplatelet drug. It helps keep blood flowing smoothly in your body. A ticlopidine analog and platelet purinergic P2Y receptor antagonist that inhibits adenosine diphosphate-mediated PLATELET AGGREGATION. It is used to prevent THROMBOEMBOLISM in patients with ARTERIAL OCCLUSIVE DISEASES; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; STROKE; or ATRIAL FIBRILLATION. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Clopidogrel, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (56.2). Medicare paid an average of $19.38 per fill, versus $14.49 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 48 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,440 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| TrulicityDulaglutide | 16 | $1,852.87 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Trulicity: Dulaglutide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. This medication is also used to lessen the risk of a major cardiovascular event (such as heart attack or stroke) in people who already have, or are at high risk for heart/blood vessel disease. Dulaglutide is similar to a natural hormone in your body (incretin). It works by causing insulin release in response to high blood sugar (such as after a meal) and by decreasing the amount of sugar your liver makes. Dulaglutide is not a substitute for insulin if you need insulin treatment. A glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist; GLP-1 immunoglobulin G (IgG4) Fc fusion protein with extended activity. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Trulicity, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (35.2). Medicare paid an average of $1,852.87 per fill, versus $1,519.00 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 30.4 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 896 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Anoro ElliptaUmeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr | 16 | $413.78▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Anoro Ellipta: This product is used to control and prevent symptoms (such as wheezing and shortness of breath) caused by ongoing lung disease (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease-COPD, which includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema). Show more ▾ Controlling symptoms of breathing problems helps you stay active. This inhaler contains 2 medications: umeclidinium and vilanterol. Both drugs work by relaxing the muscles around the airways so that they open up and you can breathe more easily. Umeclidinium belongs to a class of drugs known as anticholinergics. Vilanterol belongs to the class of drugs known as long-acting beta agonists (LABAs). Both drugs are also known as bronchodilators. This medication must be used regularly to be effective. It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden shortness of breath. If sudden breathing problems occur, use your quick-relief inhaler as prescribed. Umeclidinium/vilanterol is not approved to treat asthma. People with asthma using long-acting inhaled beta agonists (such as vilanterol) without also using an inhaled corticosteroid may have an increased risk of serious (sometimes fatal) breathing problems. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Anoro Ellipta, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (34.7). Medicare paid an average of $413.78 per fill, versus $696.32 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Tizanidine Hcl | 16 | $9.25▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Tizanidine Hcl: This medication is used to treat muscle spasms caused by certain conditions (such as multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury). Show more ▾ It works by helping to relax the muscles. In 2024, this provider wrote 16 Medicare prescriptions for Tizanidine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (51.4). Medicare paid an average of $9.25 per fill, versus $14.02 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 346 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Oxybutynin Chloride | 15 | $18.47▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxybutynin Chloride: Oxybutynin is used to treat certain bladder and urinary conditions (such as overactive bladder). Show more ▾ It relaxes the muscles in the bladder to help decrease problems of urgency and frequent urination. Oxybutynin belongs to a class of drugs known as antispasmodics. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Oxybutynin Chloride, about 69% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.9). Medicare paid an average of $18.47 per fill, versus $20.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 30 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 900 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Glimepiride | 15 | $5.91▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glimepiride: Glimepiride is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glimepiride belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Glimepiride, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (36.8). Medicare paid an average of $5.91 per fill, versus $11.18 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Meclizine Hcl | 15 | $7.38▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Meclizine Hcl: Meclizine is an antihistamine that is used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting, and dizziness caused by motion sickness. Show more ▾ It may also be used to reduce dizziness and loss of balance (vertigo) caused by inner ear problems. A histamine H1 antagonist used in the treatment of motion sickness, vertigo, and nausea during pregnancy and radiation sickness. In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Meclizine Hcl, about 70% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.4). Medicare paid an average of $7.38 per fill, versus $9.64 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 23 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metformin Hcl ErMetformin Hcl | 15 | $8.48▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Metformin Hcl Er: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2024, this provider wrote 15 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Hcl Er, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (51). Medicare paid an average of $8.48 per fill, versus $12.56 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 45.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,370 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Fluoxetine Hcl | 14 | $25.35 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fluoxetine Hcl: This medication is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder). Show more ▾ It is also used to treat a certain eating disorder (bulimia) and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Fluoxetine belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. The first highly specific serotonin uptake inhibitor. It is used as an antidepressant and often has a more acceptable side-effects profile than traditional antidepressants. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Fluoxetine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (37.6). Medicare paid an average of $25.35 per fill, versus $13.94 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Glipizide | 14 | $7.16▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Glipizide: Glipizide is used with a proper diet and exercise program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Show more ▾ It may also be used with other diabetes medications. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Glipizide belongs to the class of drugs known as sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by causing the release of your body's natural insulin. An oral hypoglycemic agent which is rapidly absorbed and completely metabolized. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Glipizide, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (27.9). Medicare paid an average of $7.16 per fill, versus $11.29 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 38 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,140 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Amlodipine Besylate-BenazeprilAmlodipine Besylate/Benazepril | 14 | $17.90▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril: This product is a combination of two drugs: a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine) and an ACE inhibitor (benazepril). Show more ▾ It is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks and kidney problems. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Amlodipine Besylate-Benazepril, about 70% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (20.1). Medicare paid an average of $17.90 per fill, versus $24.24 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 42 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,260 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| OxycontinOxycodone Hcl | 14 | $1,230.86 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Oxycontin: This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Show more ▾ Oxycodone belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. The higher strengths of this drug (more than 40 milligrams per tablet) should be used only if you have been regularly taking moderate to large amounts of an opioid pain medication. These strengths may cause overdose (even death) if taken by a person who has not been regularly taking opioids. Do not use the extended-release form of oxycodone to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional ("as needed") use. A semisynthetic derivative of CODEINE. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Oxycontin, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (38.1). Medicare paid an average of $1,230.86 per fill, versus $839.88 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Hydralazine Hcl | 14 | $16.63 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Hydralazine Hcl: Hydralazine is used with or without other medications to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. Hydralazine is called a vasodilator. It works by relaxing blood vessels so blood can flow through the body more easily. A direct-acting vasodilator that is used as an antihypertensive agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Hydralazine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (38.6). Medicare paid an average of $16.63 per fill, versus $15.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 34 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,017 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| PaxlovidNirmatrelvir/Ritonavir | 14 | $0.00▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Paxlovid: This combination of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir is used to treat coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in people who have mild to moderate symptoms and have a high risk for COVID-19 complications. Show more ▾ It helps people who have COVID-19 to stay out of the hospital. It is not for use by people who are hospitalized due to COVID-19. Nirmatrelvir is a SARS-CoV-2 main protease inhibitor. It works by preventing the growth of the virus that causes COVID-19. Ritonavir increases ("boosts") the levels of nirmatrelvir. This helps nirmatrelvir work better. This medication works by stopping the coronavirus from growing. It cannot be used to prevent COVID-19. In 2024, this provider wrote 14 Medicare prescriptions for Paxlovid, about 78% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (18.1). How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 14 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 70 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Ropinirole Hcl | 13 | $19.43▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Ropinirole Hcl: This medication is used alone or with other medications to treat Parkinson's disease. Show more ▾ It can improve your ability to move and decrease shakiness (tremor), stiffness, slowed movement, and unsteadiness. It may also decrease the number of episodes of not being able to move ("on-off syndrome"). Ropinirole is also used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS). It may improve your sleep by decreasing the urge to move your legs and decreasing uncomfortable/unpleasant feelings in the legs. This medication works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (dopamine) in the brain. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Ropinirole Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (25.2). Medicare paid an average of $19.43 per fill, versus $20.15 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 39.5 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,160 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lorazepam | 13 | $4.49▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lorazepam: This medication is used to treat anxiety. Show more ▾ Lorazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines which act on the brain and nerves (central nervous system) to produce a calming effect. This drug works by enhancing the effects of a certain natural chemical in the body (GABA). A benzodiazepine used as an anti-anxiety agent with few side effects. It also has hypnotic, anticonvulsant, and considerable sedative properties and has been proposed as a preanesthetic agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Lorazepam, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (37.2). Medicare paid an average of $4.49 per fill, versus $8.33 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 200 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Topiramate | 13 | $27.24 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Topiramate: Topiramate is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ This medication is also used to prevent migraine headaches and decrease how often you get them. Topiramate will not treat a migraine headache once it occurs. If you get a migraine headache, treat it as directed by your doctor (such as by taking pain medication, lying down in a dark room). Topiramate is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. A sulfamate-substituted fructose analog that was originally identified as a hypoglycemic agent. It is used for the treatment of EPILEPSY and MIGRAINE DISORDERS, and may also promote weight loss. In 2024, this provider wrote 13 Medicare prescriptions for Topiramate, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (32.8). Medicare paid an average of $27.24 per fill, versus $14.61 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 32.7 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 982 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Levetiracetam | 12 | $26.48▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Levetiracetam: Levetiracetam is used to treat seizures (epilepsy). Show more ▾ It belongs to a class of drugs known as anticonvulsants. Levetiracetam may decrease the number of seizures you have. A pyrrolidinone and acetamide derivative that is used primarily for the treatment of SEIZURES and some movement disorders, and as a nootropic agent. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Levetiracetam, about 19% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (62.2). Medicare paid an average of $26.48 per fill, versus $40.43 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 36 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,080 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Azelastine Hcl | 12 | $54.67 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Azelastine Hcl: This medication is used to relieve nasal symptoms such as runny/itching/stuffy nose, sneezing, and post-nasal drip caused by allergies or other conditions. Show more ▾ Azelastine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking certain natural substances called histamines that are responsible for nasal symptoms. Azeptin is azelastine hydrochloride; structure; eye drop formulation effective in relieving symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis; do not confuse with 5-loxin which is an extract of Boswellia. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Azelastine Hcl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (39.4). Medicare paid an average of $54.67 per fill, versus $36.62 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 24.3 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 730 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| RizatriptanRizatriptan Benzoate | 12 | $19.69 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Rizatriptan: Rizatriptan is used to treat migraines. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Rizatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Rizatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Rizatriptan, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (26.3). Medicare paid an average of $19.69 per fill, versus $17.65 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 16 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 480 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| LivaloPitavastatin Calcium | 12 | $314.42▼ below DE avg | ≈ Typical |
About Livalo: Pitavastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. In 2024, this provider wrote 12 Medicare prescriptions for Livalo, about 80% of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (15.1). Medicare paid an average of $314.42 per fill, versus $486.96 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider's prescribing volume for this medication is in line with the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 12 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 360 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Repatha SureclickEvolocumab | 11 | $755.55▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Repatha Sureclick: Evolocumab is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It may be used with other LDL-lowering treatments (such as "statin" drugs, ezetimibe, LDL apheresis). Evolocumab is also used by people who have heart disease to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and certain types of chest pain that require treatment in a hospital. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by improving how well your body gets rid of LDL cholesterol. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. Targets PCSK9. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Repatha Sureclick, about a quarter of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (42.5). Medicare paid an average of $755.55 per fill, versus $1,121.70 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 14.6 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 420 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Valsartan-HydrochlorothiazideValsartan/Hydrochlorothiazide | 11 | $78.40 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide: This drug is used to treat high blood pressure. Show more ▾ Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This product contains two medications: valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide. Valsartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and works by relaxing blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily. Hydrochlorothiazide is a "water pill" (diuretic) that causes you to make more urine, which helps your body get rid of extra salt and water. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (27.5). Medicare paid an average of $78.40 per fill, versus $47.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| ProliaDenosumab | 11 | $1,682.83▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Prolia: Denosumab is used to treat bone loss (osteoporosis) in people who have a high risk of getting fractures. Show more ▾ Osteoporosis causes bones to become thinner and break more easily. Your chance of developing osteoporosis increases after menopause (in women), as you age, if someone in your family has osteoporosis, or if you take certain medications (such as prednisone) for long periods. This medication works by slowing bone loss to help maintain strong bones and reduce the risk of broken bones (fractures). Denosumab belongs to a class of drugs called monoclonal antibodies. It prevents certain cells in the body (osteoclasts) from breaking down bone. A humanized monoclonal antibody and an inhibitor of the RANK LIGAND, which regulates OSTEOCLAST differentiation and bone remodeling. It is used as a BONE DENSITY CONSERVATION AGENT in the treatment of OSTEOPOROSIS. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Prolia, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (22.4). Medicare paid an average of $1,682.83 per fill, versus $1,763.16 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 63 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 1,890 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Diazepam | 11 | $2.63▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Diazepam: Diazepam is used to treat anxiety, alcohol withdrawal, and seizures. Show more ▾ It is also used to relieve muscle spasms and to provide sedation before medical procedures. This medication works by calming the brain and nerves. Diazepam belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. A benzodiazepine with anticonvulsant, anxiolytic, sedative, muscle relaxant, and amnesic properties and a long duration of action. Its actions are mediated by enhancement of GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID activity. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Diazepam, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (29). Medicare paid an average of $2.63 per fill, versus $11.48 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 17 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 402 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Citalopram HbrCitalopram Hydrobromide | 11 | $1.32▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Citalopram Hbr: This medication is used to treat depression. Show more ▾ Citalopram belongs to a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by helping to restore the balance of a certain natural substance (serotonin) in the brain. A furancarbonitrile that is one of the SELECTIVE SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS used as an antidepressant. The drug is also effective in reducing ethanol uptake in alcoholics and is used in depressed patients who also suffer from TARDIVE DYSKINESIA in preference to tricyclic antidepressants, which aggravate dyskinesia. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Citalopram Hbr, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (33). Medicare paid an average of $1.32 per fill, versus $9.55 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Sumatriptan Succinate | 11 | $29.98 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Sumatriptan Succinate: Sumatriptan is used to treat migraines. Show more ▾ It helps to relieve headache, pain, and other migraine symptoms (including nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light/sound). Prompt treatment helps you return to your normal routine and may decrease your need for other pain medications. Sumatriptan belongs to a class of drugs known as triptans. It affects a certain natural substance (serotonin) that causes narrowing of blood vessels in the brain. It may also relieve pain by affecting certain nerves in the brain. Sumatriptan does not prevent future migraines or lessen how often you get migraine attacks. A serotonin agonist that acts selectively at 5HT1 receptors. It is used in the treatment of MIGRAINE DISORDERS. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Sumatriptan Succinate, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (25.3). Medicare paid an average of $29.98 per fill, versus $28.72 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 21 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 630 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Fentanyl | 11 | $152.73 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Fentanyl: This medication is used to help relieve severe ongoing pain (such as due to cancer). Show more ▾ Fentanyl belongs to a class of drugs known as opioid analgesics. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. Do not use the patch form of fentanyl to relieve pain that is mild or that will go away in a few days. This medication is not for occasional ("as needed") use. A potent narcotic analgesic, abuse of which leads to habituation or addiction. It is primarily a mu-opioid agonist. Fentanyl is also used as an adjunct to general anesthetics, and as an anesthetic for induction and maintenance. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1078) In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Fentanyl, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (26.5). Medicare paid an average of $152.73 per fill, versus $115.99 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 315 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Lovastatin | 11 | $27.91 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Lovastatin: Lovastatin is used along with a proper diet to help lower "bad" cholesterol and fats (such as LDL, triglycerides) and raise "good" cholesterol (HDL) in the blood. Show more ▾ It belongs to a group of drugs known as "statins." It works by reducing the amount of cholesterol made by the liver. Lowering "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides and raising "good" cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if overweight, and stopping smoking. Consult your doctor for more details. A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Lovastatin, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (21.1). Medicare paid an average of $27.91 per fill, versus $13.41 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 33 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 990 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Metformin Er GastricMetformin Hcl | 11 | $63.12 | – No State Data |
About Metformin Er Gastric: Metformin is used with a proper diet and exercise program and possibly with other medications to control high blood sugar. Show more ▾ It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Metformin works by helping to restore your body's proper response to the insulin you naturally produce. It also decreases the amount of sugar that your liver makes and that your stomach/intestines absorb. A biguanide hypoglycemic agent used in the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus not responding to dietary modification. Metformin improves glycemic control by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing intestinal absorption of glucose. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p289) In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Metformin Er Gastric. Medicare paid an average of $63.12 per fill. No state comparison is available for this medication. How often this provider prescribes it No state benchmark is available for this medication. What Medicare paid per fill $63.12 Cost per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 13 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 390 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Cefpodoxime Proxetil | 11 | $43.11 | ▼ Less than typical |
About Cefpodoxime Proxetil: This medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. Show more ▾ This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. A prodrug of its active metabolite CEFPODOXIME. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Cefpodoxime Proxetil, about a third of the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (29.5). Medicare paid an average of $43.11 per fill, versus $33.86 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill Gross Part D cost per fill; not the patient's out-of-pocket price. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 77 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
| Colesevelam Hcl | 11 | $99.26▼ below DE avg | ▼ Less than typical |
About Colesevelam Hcl: This medication is used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower cholesterol in people with high levels of cholesterol in the blood. Show more ▾ Lowering cholesterol decreases the risk of heart disease and helps prevent strokes and heart attacks. Colesevelam is also used along with a proper diet and exercise to lower high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent kidney damage, blindness, nerve problems, loss of limbs, and sexual function problems. Proper control of diabetes may also lessen your risk of a heart attack or stroke. Colesevelam belongs to a class of drugs called bile acid-binding resins. Bile acid is a natural substance the liver makes by using cholesterol. This medication works by removing bile acid from the body. This causes the liver to make more bile acid by using cholesterol, which reduces cholesterol levels in the blood. It is not known how colesevelam works in lowering blood sugar. An allylamine derivative that binds BILE ACIDS in the intestine and is used as an ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT in the treatment of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA and HYPERLIPIDEMIAS. In 2024, this provider wrote 11 Medicare prescriptions for Colesevelam Hcl, about half the volume of the typical Delaware prescriber of this medication (19.6). Medicare paid an average of $99.26 per fill, versus $204.30 statewide. How often this provider prescribes it This provider prescribes this medication less often than the average DE prescriber. Utilization reflects practice size as well as clinical preference. What Medicare paid per fill This provider's average cost per fill is below the DE average for this medication. 11 30-Day Fills standardized to 30-day supplies 330 Days of Medication total across all patients in 2024 | |||
About this data. The prescription history for DR. DEBORAH TANYA ZAREK M.D. is compiled from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Part D Prescriber Public Use File for calendar year 2024, the most recent federal release. Figures cover prescriptions filled for Medicare Part D beneficiaries only; prescriptions under private insurance, Medicaid, or self-pay plans are not included. Because prescribing decisions are generally consistent across coverage types, this record offers a useful view of the overall Internal Medicine prescribing approach at this Wilmington, DE practice.
Reading the costs. Drug costs are gross amounts paid to pharmacies under Part D, including both plan and beneficiary payments. They are not the price a patient pays at the pharmacy counter. Medications with fewer than 11 claims are excluded from the federal source data, and state comparisons use the average among DE prescribers of the same medication and form, shown only when at least five prescribers contribute. Always confirm current medications and costs directly with the provider and your plan.
About the medication summaries. Drug use descriptions come from the CMS Medicare Part D Drug Spending Dashboard (2024), and substance definitions from Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) 2026, U.S. National Library of Medicine. They are summaries that do not contain all possible information about a medication and are not individual medical advice. Ask a health care professional about any medication and your specific health needs.