LymeNet Flash: Is the DS version of VSL#3 more economical than the "regular" version?

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Posted by James1979 (Member # 31926) on :

This question is pertaining to someone who doesn't have health insurance, so the cost will be out-of-pocket either way.

Is it more economical to buy the DS version, or does it end up to be a similar cost per CFUs? (This is of course assuming that I have a doctor who will write the prescription for me.)

Thanks!

Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :

I would think it would be about the same, but I don't know. Call the company and ask the prices for each.

The DS is exactly that. Double strength.

VSL#3
http://www.vsl3.com/order.asp

Posted by karenl (Member # 17753) on :

I have calculated the difference in an old post, some moths ago - was not a big difference.

Posted by James1979 (Member # 31926) on :

Thanks guys. I might call them, but I think I'll just take karen's word for it.

It looks like the big benefit of the DS version would be if your insurance company pays for it.

Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :

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Originally posted by James1979:

It looks like the big benefit of the DS version would be if your insurance company pays for it.

Exactly.

Posted by Fuel1212 (Member # 29312) on :

I have tried both..

I am not sure what the price is through the pharmacy?

I know I used to get the non DS stuff on amazon for a pretty good price.. maybe $40-50

My insurance covers a majority of my DS and I have a flexible spending acct that I run this through. Cost is $70 and lasts me about 2months (1 - 1.5 packets daily)

Sorry that doesn't really help you. I can call my pharmacy if you want to see what the retail is before my insurance pays?

Fuel