Birmingham Apothecary

Birmingham Apothecary We are a locally owned community pharmacy located in the heart of 5 Points South in the Southside area of Downtown Birmingham.

We provide delivery services, Flu and Strep Testing, Med Sync, as well as superior customer service.

🌙 **If sleepless nights are becoming your normal, it may be time to look beyond another sleep hack.**Insomnia can affect...
08/28/2026

🌙 **If sleepless nights are becoming your normal, it may be time to look beyond another sleep hack.**

Insomnia can affect more than how tired you feel the next morning. Ongoing sleep problems can impact your mood, concentration, energy, and overall well-being.

And sometimes, the medications or supplements you’re already taking can play a role in how well you sleep.

If you’re struggling to fall asleep, waking frequently, or regularly depending on OTC sleep aids, talk with a healthcare professional about what may be contributing.

💚 At Birmingham Apothecary, our pharmacy team can help you understand OTC sleep options, check for potential medication interactions, and help you know when it’s time to speak with your doctor.

You don’t have to keep guessing your way through another sleepless night.

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

08/28/2026

What happens when the company deciding how much pharmacies get paid also owns the pharmacy getting paid?

That is one of the concerns raised in a January 2025 FTC report on specialty generic drugs.

The FTC found that the three largest PBMs marked up many specialty generics dispensed through their own affiliated pharmacies by hundreds, and sometimes thousands, of percent.

Between 2017 and 2022, those pharmacies generated more than **$7.3 billion above what the drugs cost them to acquire**.

The report also found that PBMs reimbursed their own affiliated pharmacies at higher rates than independent pharmacies for nearly every specialty generic reviewed.

By 2023, affiliated pharmacies controlled **68% of specialty drug dispensing revenue**.

Why does this matter?

Because independent pharmacies are expected to compete in a system where the same companies may influence pricing, reimbursement, and pharmacy ownership.

That raises a very simple question:

Is that a fair marketplace?

We want to hear from you 👇

Should PBMs be allowed to reimburse their own pharmacies differently than independent competitors?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

08/27/2026

Your neighborhood pharmacy has more than prescriptions. 💚

Take a walk through Birmingham Apothecary and you’ll find everyday essentials for the whole family, all in one convenient stop.

💊 Vitamins & supplements
🧴 Personal care & hygiene essentials
🥤 Cold Coca-Cola beverages
💵 Dollar items & everyday finds
💚 Plus full-service pharmacy care when you need us

Whether you’re picking up a prescription or just grabbing a few things on your way home, we’re here to make your pharmacy run a little easier.

Stop by, explore the aisles, and see what you can find!

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

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08/26/2026

What if you’re paying more for your medication than your health plan actually pays?

That can happen, especially for patients on high-deductible plans.

Before a deductible is met, many patients may be exposed to higher list prices, while rebates and discounts are applied later behind the scenes.

The result can be a confusing situation where the patient pays a significant amount at the pharmacy counter, even though the plan’s final net cost is lower.

And that can affect real healthcare decisions.

Patients may:

✔ Delay filling prescriptions
✔ Skip doses
✔ Split pills
✔ Choose over-the-counter options instead

That is why transparency matters.

Patients deserve to understand how list prices, rebates, and net costs affect what they pay.

What do you think? 👇

Should patients ever pay more than the final net cost of their medication?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

📺 Want to win a FREE TV?We’re giving one away at Birmingham Apothecary, and both new and existing patients and customers...
08/25/2026

📺 Want to win a FREE TV?

We’re giving one away at Birmingham Apothecary, and both new and existing patients and customers can enter! 💚

Stop by the pharmacy, enter the raffle, and you could be taking home a brand-new TV.

🎟️ Enter in-store
📅 Entries close September 30th
📺 One lucky winner will take home the TV!

Already part of the Birmingham Apothecary family? You can enter too. Not a patient yet? Come see us and discover what your neighborhood pharmacy has to offer while you’re here.

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

Stop by and get your entry in before September 30th! 🍀

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Your pharmacy can be right at your fingertips. 📱💚With the RxLocal app, managing your prescriptions at Birmingham Apothec...
08/21/2026

Your pharmacy can be right at your fingertips. 📱💚

With the RxLocal app, managing your prescriptions at Birmingham Apothecary is easier, even when you’re on the go.

From your phone, you can:
💊 Request prescription refills
🔔 Set medication reminders
💬 Send secure messages to the pharmacy
📋 Keep your medication routine easier to manage

It’s one more way we’re making local pharmacy care more convenient without losing the personal service you know and trust.

Download the RxLocal app, find Birmingham Apothecary, and stay connected with your pharmacy wherever you are.

📍 1032 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

08/19/2026

How did the list price of one commonly used insulin increase by more than 1,200%?

The numbers highlighted in this video are difficult to ignore.

💉 Humalog: about $21 in 1999 → more than $274 in 2017

💉 NovoLog: about $122 in 2012 → about $289 in 2018

But the bigger conversation is about what happened behind those prices.

The FTC has alleged that the rebate system used by major PBMs created incentives that favored higher-list-price insulin products capable of generating larger rebates.

And when lower-priced alternatives entered the market with smaller rebates, the FTC alleges they could be disadvantaged in formulary placement.

Why does that matter?

Because a formulary determines which medications your insurance prefers or covers. And patients with deductibles or coinsurance may still be exposed to higher list prices at the pharmacy counter.

This is why PBM reform isn't just about making prices more transparent.

It's about asking whether the incentives behind those prices actually benefit patients.

If a lower-priced medication is available, should a larger rebate influence which one your insurance prefers? 👇

Let's talk about it.

Senator Katie Boyd Britt American Pharmacists Association Congressman Gary Palmer Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

08/19/2026

How can a bigger discount come with a higher prescription price?

It sounds backwards.

But that is one of the concerns critics raise about the drug rebate system.

When rebates are calculated as a percentage of a medication’s list price, a higher list price can produce a larger rebate.

That means:

✔ The sticker price goes up
✔ The rebate gets bigger
✔ Money moves behind the scenes
✔ The patient may still pay based on the higher price

And the pharmacist standing in front of you usually did not create that number.

By the time your prescription reaches the counter, the price can reflect decisions made by manufacturers, PBMs, insurance plans, and formulary structures.

Your pharmacist is often seeing the final result at the same moment you are.

That is why transparency matters.

A “discount” should make healthcare easier to afford, not harder to understand.

What do you think? 👇

Should patients be able to see exactly how much was negotiated off the price of their medication and where those savings went?

Senator Katie Boyd Britt Senator Tommy Tuberville Rep. Terri Sewell Congressman Gary Palmer U.S. Representative Barry Moore Rep. Shomari Figures Congressman Mike D. Rogers Robert Aderholt Representative Dale Strong American Pharmacists Association National Community Pharmacists Association

Your prescription should come with more than a label. It should come with answers. 💚Whether you’re starting a new medica...
08/18/2026

Your prescription should come with more than a label. It should come with answers. 💚

Whether you’re starting a new medication, switching prescriptions, or just trying to understand what you’re taking, our pharmacists are here to help make things clearer.

We can help with questions about:
💊 How and when to take your medication
⚠️ Possible side effects and interactions
🔄 Prescription transfers and refills
📦 Compliance packaging for easier routines
🚚 Delivery options
💳 Ways to save on eligible medications and OTC essentials

At Birmingham Apothecary, we believe the more you understand your medications, the more confident you can feel about your care.

Have a question? Call us or stop by. We’re always happy to help.

📞 (205) 251-4248
📍 1032 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

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💡 Migraine myth: Brighter light will help you push through it.For many people with migraines, the opposite can happen. B...
08/15/2026

💡 Migraine myth: Brighter light will help you push through it.

For many people with migraines, the opposite can happen. Bright or harsh light may make symptoms feel worse, including headache pain, nausea, and sensitivity.

If a migraine hits, reducing light and resting in a quiet, dim space may help you feel more comfortable while your treatment starts working.

And if migraines are happening often or your usual relief isn’t working, don’t just keep pushing through them. Talk with a healthcare professional about what’s going on.

💚 Have questions about migraine relief or your medications? Stop by Birmingham Apothecary and talk with our pharmacy team. We’re happy to help you understand your options.

📍 1032 20th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
📞 (205) 251-4248

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1032 20th Street South
Birmingham, AL
35205

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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+12052514248

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