Expanded Program Means Significant Savings for New Jersey Wal-Mart and
Sam's Club Customers
BENTONVILLE, Ark., Oct. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- New Jersey
customers of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) can now participate in
Wal-Mart's $4 generic prescription program, Wal-Mart President and CEO Lee
Scott announced today.
"Since we began the program in September, it has made a real difference
in the health of our customers and our communities, so we're very pleased
to bring it to New Jersey," Scott said. "Customers have told us again and
again how valuable the $4 generic prescription program is. We're thrilled
that we can respond in a way that cuts costs out of the system and brings
more affordable medicines to our customers."
The $4 generic prescription program will now be available in the 49
Wal- Mart and Sam's Club pharmacies throughout the state, in addition to
stores in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada,
New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Texas and Vermont starting
today. The program was launched in 235 Florida pharmacies on October 6,
2006. Wal-Mart originally planned to expand it into as many states as
possible beginning in 2007, but customer demand led the company to
accelerate the launch.
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, there are 1,021,710 Medicare
beneficiaries in New Jersey, and this program will help alleviate a
challenge if those seniors have fallen into the "doughnut hole" coverage
gap in their Medicare Part D prescription drug plans. Seniors who do hit
that coverage gap have to pay 100 percent of their prescription costs.
The $4 generics program also provides affordable medicines for the
estimated 1,287,840 New Jerseyans who lack health insurance and therefore
sometimes avoid filling prescriptions. Wal-Mart also estimates that the
program will save money for New Jersey's Medicaid program.
The $4 generics program includes 314 generic prescriptions available
for up to a 30-day supply at commonly prescribed dosages. The list of 314
generic prescriptions is made up of as many as 143 compounds in 24
therapeutic categories. Wal-Mart estimates that the list of $4 prescription
medications represents nearly 25 percent of prescriptions that it currently
dispenses in its pharmacies nationwide.
"Working families, seniors and the uninsured in New Jersey have
struggled with rising healthcare costs for far too long. With this program,
we are able to bring real solutions to a real problem that affects real
people. We are thrilled that we could bring this program to the residents
of New Jersey much sooner than we anticipated," said Bill Simon, executive
vice president of the Professional Services Division for Wal-Mart.
Simon noted that the response in Florida has been considerable, with
88,235 new prescriptions filled in the ten days after the October 6, 2006
rollout.
"In one pharmacy in Florida, our pharmacist told me about a woman who
broke down and started to cry and as she told of how the $4 program was
saving her $75 a month," said Simon. "She said, 'It may not sound like a
lot to you, but for the first time in a long time, I'll be able to buy my
grandkids presents for Christmas. It has been a long time since I was able
to do that.' That woman, and so many others like her, is what drives our
commitment to ensure this program is available to as many Americans as
possible."
Simon pointed out that customer savings on top-selling prescription
medications in the program are projected to be significant. For specific
medications, the company estimates the following approximate savings to
Wal- Mart, Neighborhood Market and Sam's Club customers and members in
Florida, based on August average retail prices from
http://www.myfloridarx.com :
* Fluoxetine (20 mg), an antidepressant: about $210,000 monthly and
$2.5 million annually on this medication.
* Lisinopril (10 mg), used to treat high blood pressure: about $150,000
monthly and $1.8 million annually on this medication.
* Atenolol (25 mg), a beta blocker: about $75,000 monthly and $900,000
annually on this medication.
"That's just in Florida," said Simon. "Can you imagine what that
savings will be as we move this program into these 14 states, and perhaps
even beyond?"
Simon said that following the Florida rollout two weeks ago, he
continued to challenge his team to evaluate Wal-Mart's supply-chain and
in-store operations to determine the states where the program could be
launched.
"As we looked at all the factors necessary to expand the program into
states earlier, New Jersey was one of the states where we could deliver the
program in a way that meets the needs of our business, but even more
importantly, meets the needs of our customers," said Simon.
The prescriptions included in the program represent many of the most
commonly prescribed medications in a wide range of therapeutic categories.
Generics contain the same high quality active ingredients as their "brand-
name" counterparts and are equally effective but cost significantly less.
Wal-Mart continues to use the same suppliers as before the launch of the $4
generic prescription program.
Consumers interested in saving money on prescriptions through the
program should ask their doctor if a generic is available for their
prescription and is right for them. At this time, the $4 prescriptions are
not available by mail order and are available on-line or by telephone for
refills only for in- person pickup in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware,
Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North
Carolina, Oregon, Texas and Vermont. For further information on the program
including store locations, customers can call 1-800-WAL-MART, go to
http://www.walmart.com , or visit their Wal-Mart, Neighborhood Market or
Sam's Club in the 15 participating states to discuss the program with their
pharmacist or pick up a brochure explaining program details.
About Wal-Mart
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT) operates Wal-Mart Stores,
Supercenters, Neighborhood Markets and SAM'S CLUB locations in the United
States. The company also operates in Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China,
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Japan, Mexico,
Nicaragua, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. The company's securities are
listed on the New York and NYSE Arca stock exchanges under the symbol WMT.
More information about Wal-Mart can be found by visiting
http://www.walmartfacts.com .
Wal-Mart/SAM'S CLUB $4 Generic Prescription Program
The following generic prescriptions are available under the Wal-Mart $4
generic prescription drug program, as of October 17, 2006. The price is
available in select stores only, and to up to a 30 day supply at commonly
prescribed dosages. The prescriptions on this list are subject to change at
any time.
Allergy
Loratadine 10MG TAB
Loratadine 5MG/5ML SYP
Analgesics
Antipy/Benzo Otic SOL
Baclofen 10MG TAB
Cyclobenzaprine 10MG TAB
Cyclobenzaprine 5MG TAB
Tramadol HCL 50MG TAB
Anti-anxiety
Buspirone 5MG
Buspirone 10MG
Anti-inflammatory
Betamethasone DIP 0.05% CRE 15
Betamethasone DIP 0.05% CRE 45
Betamethasone VAL 0.1% CRE 15
Betamethasone VAL 0.1% CRE 45
Betamethasone VAL 0.1% OIN 15
Betamethasone VAL 0.1% OIN 45
Dexamethasone 0.5MG TAB
Dexamethasone 0.75MG TAB
Dexamethasone 4MG TAB
Diclofenac 75MG DR TAB
Fluocinonide ACET 0.01% SOL
Fluocinonide 0.05% CRE 15
Fluocinonide 0.05% CRE 30
Hydrocortisone 1% CRE
Hydrocortisone 2.5% CRM
Ibuprofen 100/5ML SUS
Ibuprofen 400MG TAB
Ibuprofen 600MG TAB
Ibuprofen 800MG TAB
Indomethacin 25MG CAP
Meloxicam 15MG
Meloxicam 7.5 MG
Methylprednisolone 4MG DOSEPAK
Methylprednisolone 4MG TAB
Naproxen 375MG TAB
Naproxen 500MG TAB
Piroxicam 20MG CAP
Prednisone 10MG TAB
Prednisone 2.5MG TAB
Prednisone 20MG TAB
Prednisone 5MG TAB
Prednisone 5MG 6DAY DOSEPAK
Salsalate 500MG TAB
Triamcinolone 0.025% CRE 15
Triamcinolone 0.025% CRE 80
Triamcinolone 0.1% CRE 15
Triamcinolone 0.1% CRE 80
Triamcinolone 0.1% OIN 15
Triamcinolone 0.1% OIN 80
Triamcinolone 0.5% CRE
Antibiotic
Amoxicillin 125/5ML SUS 100
Amoxicillin 125/5ML SUS 80
Amoxicillin 125/5ML SUS 150
Amoxicillin 200/5ML SUS 50
Amoxicillin 250/5ML SUS 100
Amoxicillin 250/5ML SUS 80
Amoxicillin 250/5ML SUS 150
Amoxicillin 250MG CAP
Amoxicillin 400/5ML SUS 50
Amoxicillin 400/5ML SUS 100
Amoxicillin 500MG CAP
Amoxil 50MG/ML DRO
Bacitracin Ophthalmic OINT
Cephalexin 250MG CAP
Cephalexin 500MG CAP
Ciprofloxacin 500MG TAB
Doxycycline HYC 100MG CAP
Doxycycline HYC 100MG TAB
Doxycycline HYC 50MG CAP
Erythrocin 250MG TAB
Erythromycin 2% SOL
Erythromycin Ophthalmic OIN
Erythromycin 250MG EC CAP
Gentamicin 0.1% CRE
Gentamicin 0.1% OIN
Gentamicin 0.3% OP SOL
Isoniazid 300MG TAB
Metronidazole 250MG TAB
Metronidazole 500MG TAB
Neo/Poly/Dex 0.1% OPOIN
Neo/Poly/Dex 0.1% OPSUS
Penicillin VK 125/5MLSOL
Penicillin VK 250/5MLSOL
Penicillin VK 250MG TAB
Selenium SUL 2.5% LOT
SMZ/TMP DS 800/160 TAB
SMZ/TMP 200/40 SUS
SMZ/TMP 400/80MG TAB
Sulfacetamide SOD 10% OP SOL
Tetracycline 250MG CAP
Tetracycline 500MG CAP
Tobramycin 0.3% OP SOL
Ciprofloxacin 250MG TAB
Polymixin Sulf/TMP SOL
Antidepressant
Amitriptyline 100MG TAB
Amitriptyline 10MG TAB
Amitriptyline 25MG TAB
Amitriptyline 50MG TAB
Amitriptyline 75MG TAB
Citalopram 20MG TAB
Citalopram 40MG TAB
Doxepin HCL 100MG CAP
Doxepin HCL 10MG CAP
Doxepin HCL 25MG CAP
Doxepin HCL 50MG CAP
Doxepin HCL 75MG CAP
Fluoxetine 10MG CAP
Fluoxetine 20MG CAP
Fluoxetine 40MG CAP
Nortriptyline 10MG CAP
Nortriptyline 25MG CAP
Paroxetine 10MG TAB
Paroxetine 20MG TAB
Trazodone 100MG TAB
Trazodone 150MG TAB
Trazodone 50MG TAB
Antifungal
Fluconazole 150MG TAB
Nystatin/Triamcinolone CRE 15gm
Nystatin/Triamcinolone CRE 30gm
Nystatin/Triamcinolone OIN 15gm
Nystatin 100000U CRE 15gm
Nystatin 100000U CRE 30gm
Nystatin100000U OIN 15gm
Nystatin 100000U OIN 30gm
Antipsychotic
Fluphenazine 1MG TAB
Haloperidol 0.5MG TAB
Haloperidol 1MG TAB
Haloperidol 2MG TAB
Haloperidol 5MG TAB
Lithium Carb 300MG CAP
Prochlorperazine 10MG TAB
Thioridazine 25MG TAB
Thioridazine 50MG TAB
Thiothixene 2MG CAP
Antiviral
Acyclyovir 200MG CAP
Anxiety
Hydroxyzine HCL10MG/5ML SYP
Asthma
Albuterol 0.5% NEB
Albuterol 2MG TAB
Albuterol 2MG/5ML SYP
Albuterol 4MG TAB
Cardiac
Amiloride/HCTZ 5/50 TAB
Atenolol/CHLOR 50/25MGTAB
Atenolol/CHLOR100/25MGTAB
Atenolol 100MG TAB
Atenolol 25MG TAB
Atenolol 50MG TAB
Benazepril 10MG TAB
Benazepril 20MG TAB
Benazepril 40MG TAB
Benazepril 5MG TAB
Bisoprolol/HCTZ 10/6.25 TAB
Bisoprolol/HCTZ 2.5/6.25TAB
Bisoprolol/HCTZ 56.25MGTAB
Bumetanide 0.5MG TAB
Bumetanide 1MG TAB
Captopril 100MG TAB
Captopril 12.5MG TAB
Captopril 25MG TAB
Captopril 50MG TAB
Chlorthalidone 25MG TAB
Chlorthalidone 50MG TAB
Clonidine 0.1MG TAB
Clonidine 0.1MG PACK
Clonidine 0.2MG TAB
Clonidine 0.2MG PACK
Digitek 0.125MG TAB
Digitek 0.25MG TAB
Diltiazem 120MG TAB
Diltiazem 30MG TAB
Diltiazem 60MG TAB
Diltiazem 90MG TAB
Doxazosin 1MG TAB
Doxasozin 2MG TAB
Doxasozin 4MG TAB
Doxasozin 8MG TAB
Enalapril/HCTZ 512.5MGTAB
Enalapril 10MG TAB
Enalapril 2.5MG TAB
Enalapril 20MG TAB
Enalapril 5MG TAB
Furosemide 20MG TAB
Furosemide 40MG TAB
Furosemide 80MG TAB
Guanfacine 1MG TAB
Hydralazine 10MG TAB
Hydralazine 25MG TAB
Hydrochlorothiazide 12.5MG CAP
Hydrochlorothiazide 25MG TAB
Hydrochlorothiazide 50MG TAB
Indapamide 1.25MG TAB
Indapamide 2.5MG TAB
Isosorbide mono 30MG ERTAB
Isosorbide mono 60MG ERTAB
Lisinopril-HCTZ 10-12.5MTAB
Lisinopril-HCTZ 20-25MG TAB
Lisinopril-HCTZ 20-12.5TAB
Lisinopril 10MG TAB
Lisinopril 2.5MG TAB
Lisinopril 20MG TAB
Lisinopril 5MG TAB
Methyldopa 250MG TAB
Methyldopa 500MG TAB
Metoprolol 100MG TAB
Metoprolol 25MG TAB
Metoprolol 50MG TAB
Nadolol 20MG TAB
Nadolol 40MG TAB
Pindolol 10MG TAB
Pindolol 5MG TAB
Prazosin HCL 1MG CAP
Prazosin HCL 2MG CAP
Prazosin HCL 5MG CAP
Propranolol 10MG TAB
Propranolol 20MG TAB
Propranolol 40MG TAB
Propranolol 80MG TAB
Sotalol HCL 80MG TAB
Spironolactone 25MG TAB
Terazosin 10MG CAP
Terazosin 1MG CAP
Terazosin 2MG CAP
Terazosin 5MG CAP
Triamterine/HCTZ 37.5/25 CAP
Triamterine/HCTZ 37.5/25 TAB
Triamterine/HCTZ 75/50MG TAB
Verapamil 120MG TAB
Verapamil 80MG TAB
Warfarin 5MG TAB
Cholesterol
Lovastatin 10MG TAB
Cough and Cold
Amibid DM 30600CR TAB
Benzonatate 100MG CAP
Decchlorphn LIQ
Decchlorphn DM SYP
Guaifenesin DM SYP
Promethazine DM SYP
Trivent DPC 6215/5 SYP
Diabetes
Glyburide 5MG TAB GREEN
Chlorpropamide 100MG TAB
Glimepiride 1MG TAB
Glipizide 10MG TAB
Glipizide 5MG TAB
Glyburide MCR 3MG TAB
Glyburide MCR 6MG TAB
Glyburide 2.5MG TAB
Glyburide 5MG TAB BLUE
Metformin 1000MG TAB
Metformin 500MG TAB
Metformin 500MG ER TAB
Metformin 850MG TAB
Gastrointestinal
Belladonna ALK/PB TAB
Cimetidine 800MG TAB
Cytra2 SOL
Dicyclomine 10MG CAP
Famotidine 20MG TAB
Hyoscyamine 0.125/MLDRO
Hyoscyamine 0.125MG SUB
Hyoscyamine 0.125MG TAB
Hyoscyamine 0.375 ERTAB
Lactulose 10GM/15 SYP
Meclizine 12.5MG TAB
Meclizine 25MG TAB
Metoclopramide 10MG TAB
Metoclopramide 5MG/5ML SYP
Phenazopyridine 100MG TAB
Phenazopyridine D 200MG TAB
Promethazine 25MG TAB
Promethazine 6.25/5MLSYP
Ranitidine 150MG TAB
Dicylomine 20MG TAB
Ranitidine 300MG TAB
Glaucoma/Eye
Atropine SUL 1% OP SOL
Pilocarpine 1% OP SOL
Pilocarpine 2% OP SOL
Hormonal
Estradiol 0.5MG TAB
Estradiol 1MG TAB
Estradiol 2MG TAB
Estropipate 0.75MG TAB
Estropipate 1.5MG TAB
Medroxyprogesterone AC 10MG TAB
Medroxyprogesterone AC 2.5MG TAB
Medroxyprogesterone AC 5MG TAB
Miscellaneous
Allopurinol 100MG TAB
Allopurinol 300MG TAB
Chlorhexadrine GLU 0.12% SOL
Colchicine 0.6MG TAB
Hydrocortisone AC 25MG SUP
Lidocaine 2% VISC SOL
Oxybutynin 5MG TAB
Oncology/Cancer
Megestrol 20MG
Parkinson's
Benztropine 2MG TAB
Trihexyphenadyl 2MG TAB
Seizure
Carbamazepine 200MG TAB
Thyroid
Levothyroxine 100MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 125MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 150MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 25MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 50MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 75MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 88MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 112MCG TAB
Levothyroxine 175MCG TAB
Vitamins
Ethedent 0.25MG CHW
Folic acid 1MG TAB
Klorcon 10 10MEQ ERTAB
Klorcon 8 TAB 8MEQ ER
Klorcon M10 TAB
Magnesium oxide 400MG TAB
Mag64 64MG TAB
Multivitamin 0.25MG CHW
Multivitamin/FL/FE CHW
Multivitamin/BET /FL 1MGCHW
Multivitamin/BET 0.5MGFL CHW
Natalcare PIC TAB
Natalcare Plus TAB
Potassium chloride 10% LIQ
Prenatal Rx TAB
SOURCE Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
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CONTACT:
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Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
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