USA Rx: How to Save on Prescriptions? The costs of prescription drugs seem to be rising by the day, and no matter what your insured status is, relief can be hard to find. About 41 percent of Americans take at least one prescription, while 17 percent take three or more prescriptions per day. Whether you need a new medication to recover from an acute illness or you’re trying to manage a chronic health condition, the monthly costs associated with prescription drugs can be a tough pill to swallow – pun intended. For those fortunate enough to have insurance, it might seem like the price you’re told at the counter is…