Verbatim response from Perplexity
The cheapest likely option from the results is RedBox Rx: it advertises a $35 online consult and meds for $25/month with a three-month supply, with no membership fees.[2] If you already have refills left, the cheapest route is usually to refill directly through your pharmacy without paying for a new visit.[4]
A practical cost comparison from the results:
| Service | Upfront visit cost | Medication cost shown | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| RedBox Rx | $35 | $25/month with 3-month supply | No membership fee; transparent pricing.[2] |
| GoodRx Care | Not clearly listed in the result | Not clearly listed | Says online visits/refills are available.[1] |
| Doctor On Demand | $99 for a 15-minute visit if uninsured | Varies | Insurance may make it $0 in many cases.[3] |
| Sesame / Amazon Health / Call-On-Doc | Not fully priced in the result | Not fully priced | They offer online refills, but the result doesn’t show cheaper pricing than RedBox Rx.[7][8][9] |
For the lowest out-of-pocket cost, use this order:
- Check your pharmacy first if you already have refills remaining.[4]
- If you need a new prescription or renewal, compare RedBox Rx first because it shows the lowest explicit cash pricing in the results.[2]
- If you have insurance, Doctor On Demand or another telehealth service could be cheaper if your plan covers it, sometimes at $0.[3]
- Use only a licensed pharmacy and legitimate telehealth provider; ADAA warns that many online pharmacies are scams or illegal.[6]
If you tell me the medication name, whether you have insurance, and whether you just need a refill or a new prescription, I can help you narrow down the cheapest safe option.