Tuesday, May 17, 2011

An e-mail to a pharmaceutical company

Dear Astrazeneca,

I take your medicine Seroquel so that I won't slip into suicidal depression. I was wondering why it costs me $280 every month. Because I have pre-existing conditions, I am unable to get health insurance, and so I must pay this exorbitant price every month out of my own small paycheck. I just feel like I'm getting ripped off. $280 for 30 pills seems a bit steep. I am aware of your "research and development" costs, but still. Come on, guys.

Sincerely,

Jesse La Tour
English Instructor
Fullerton College