Frequently Asked Questions

RxGenie is entirely free to use. Our core mission is making medication affordability accessible to everyone. That's why our essential feature, finding medication alternatives, will always remain free. We might introduce optional premium features in the future to support continued development, but our commitment to providing a free baseline of tools for smarter medication choices is unwavering.

Absolutely! We believe RxGenie is a valuable tool to enhance your partnership with your doctor. Here's how RxGenie can empower your healthcare conversations:

• Knowledge is Power: AI-generated summaries provide easy-to-understand explanations of your current medications and potential alternatives.
• Spark Discussion: Bring RxGenie's insights to your appointment to discuss possible medication changes for both effectiveness and affordability.
• Collaborative Approach: Work together with your doctor, armed with RxGenie's information, to make the best decisions for your health and budget.

Not yet! RxGenie is currently a web-based platform, but we're considering working on developing a mobile app for even greater convenience and accessibility.

The price alert feature is coming soon! Here's how it will work:

• Find Your Medication: Search for the medication you'd like to track.
• Set Your Target Price: Enter the price point at which you'd like to be notified.
• Get Notified: As soon as the price drops below your target, we'll send you an email so you can act fast!

Absolutely not. Your privacy is of the utmost importance to us. RxGenie never sells your data to third parties. Our Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to protecting your information.

Yes. You have full control over your RxGenie account and data.  You can request permanent deletion at any time.  We'll provide clear instructions on how to do so, ensuring your data is removed upon request.

We aim to be your go-to resource for finding affordable medication options. While not every medication has a direct substitute, RxGenie empowers you by:

Demystifying Medications: AI summaries help you understand your medication better, facilitating deeper conversations with your doctor about potential alternatives.

Expanding Your Knowledge: Discover related medications within the same class, potentially leading to cost-effective solutions.

RxGenie currently uses Medicaid data as the primary source for medication pricing. This offers a reliable baseline for understanding costs. However, we recognize that prices can vary widely. That's why we're planning to:

• Partner with pharmacy aggregators for nationwide comparisons.
• Explore direct pharmacy integrations for real-time, localized pricing.

Our goal is to give you the most comprehensive and accurate cost information to make the best decisions about your medications.

RxGenie's core mission is to empower you with tools to find lower-cost alternatives for your prescription medications. While we don't currently focus on OTC medications, we understand they can play a role in your healthcare.

Here's what to keep in mind:

• Always consult your doctor before making changes to your OTC regimen. They can ensure any OTC medications work safely and effectively alongside your prescriptions.
• RxGenie may evolve in the future! We're constantly looking for ways to improve and expand our services. Stay tuned for potential updates on including OTC medications in the future.

RxGenie goes beyond confusing medical jargon to give you the information you need to understand your medications and make informed choices. AI-powered summaries cover:

• The Essentials: Get a quick overview of your medication's purpose, how it works, and standard dosage information.
• Potential Side Effects: Be aware of both common and less frequent side effects to discuss with your doctor.
• Alternative Options: (If available) See potential alternatives that might provide similar therapeutic effects.
• Tailored to You: Our summaries consider your specific condition for the most relevant insights.

RxGenie aims to make medications less mysterious and empower you to have productive conversations with your doctor.

RxGenie is committed to providing you with the most up-to-date information to support your healthcare decisions. We update our medication database regularly to ensure we capture new medications and price changes.

Here's how we stay current:

• Frequent Updates: Our aim is to update our database at least once a quarter.
• New Medications: We actively work to include newly approved medications as soon as possible.
• User Feedback: If you notice a medication is missing, let us know, and we'll prioritize including it.

By combining these efforts, we ensure our medication information remains accurate and reflects the latest advancements in the healthcare industry.