Today, I was cut off from my government-funded drug program that used to pay half of my medication costs. They said I don't pay enough of a percentage of my wages on medication. I'd be on a higher dosage if I could afford it. I'm still poor and I'm definitely still bipolar. FML
Collection
Fall
Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, it's gotten to the point where I can't afford my ADD medication anymore. Now, I'm literally too poor to pay attention. FML
Today, I was prescribed anti-anxiety medication due to the high level of stress that I experience at my job. Unfortunately, I cannot afford the medication because I do not make enough money at said job. FML
Today, I got rejected from participating in a depression study that provides free medication, for not already being on antidepressants. That's because I can't afford health insurance or medication, which is why I applied to the study. FML
Today, after having to move home with my parents because I'm broke and can't seem to find a job, my mom found out I'm on anti-depressants. She and my dad will no longer be helping with money because she doesn't like "drugs". FML
Today, my parents finally decided to get a divorce. The catch? I'm on my step-dad's insurance and without it, I will no longer be able to receive my absolutely crucial mental health medication, on which, no exaggeration, my life depends upon. I'm cooked. FML
Today, I found out that when I go on Medicare in January, one of my medicines will go from $45 per month to $3000 for the first month, then $425 per month for the rest of the year. I need this medicine to stay alive. FML
Today, my pharmacy was unable to fill my prescription for the only drug that works for an excruciating condition that I have. Only one company makes the drug and it's backordered for three months. I have one week left and then I’ll be forced into withdrawal. Without the drug, my life will be a living hell. FML
Today, my psychiatrist of 6 years suddenly and out of nowhere told me I need to see someone else. She gave me the equivalent of the "it's not you, it's me" speech. Actually her assistant told me via email. I basically got broken up with by someone I was paying a lot of money to talk to. FML
Today, I went to do a drug test for a new job. While I was there, they said the job was part-time with no insurance. Previously it was supposed to be full time with insurance. Now I have to take a job that pays $20,000 less a year. FML
Today, and for years, I have been on a medication for a neurological disease that put many restrictions on me. My doctor had finally told me that the medication was working very well and lifted some of my restrictions. I then found out that the drug is no longer sold in my country, and that there is no substitute. FML
Feel like sharing it with the other FML users?
Thanks, your FML was submitted, and will appear in the moderation queue soon!
Top comments
wtafisgoah54 4
They aren’t in the US, how is that a US healthcare problem?
TwoBytesCarley 27
If you are indeed in Canada, look into insurance programs like Blue Cross. Some of them offer medication only insurance for a fairly small premium and will cover up to 80% of the cost of your medications. It generally takes 1-3 months to kick in but it may be worth it to have a guaranteed way of getting your meds again.
Add a comment · Reply to
You must be logged in to be able to post comments!
Comments (2)
Anderling 33
See if you can borrow money to pay for like a month or two of the higher dosage, get your doctor to prescribe it to you, and then go back to the program to point out that you’re paying more money now? I’m so, so sorry, the US healthcare system is an ongoing train wreck
wtafisgoah54 4
They aren’t in the US, how is that a US healthcare problem?
TwoBytesCarley 27
If you are indeed in Canada, look into insurance programs like Blue Cross. Some of them offer medication only insurance for a fairly small premium and will cover up to 80% of the cost of your medications. It generally takes 1-3 months to kick in but it may be worth it to have a guaranteed way of getting your meds again.