Prescription discount cards are changing how Americans afford their medications. This article reveals how these cards and drug-pricing coupons really work, why prices can seem like a wild rollercoaster, and how to maximize your savings. You’ll learn about common tricks pharmacies use, which discounts stack (and which don’t), and what to watch for before swiping a card at the counter. We’ll dig into real-life savings strategies, plus the benefits and limitations you won’t hear in TV commercials.