Yes, I agree with you on Roche. I applied to Roche assistance program and in 2 weeks my first no cost shipment was on it's way. The only complaint that I have is I have to be home to sign for it. The doctor completed his portion and I received a letter today from the manufacturer that this is not one of the drugs they offer on the Patient Assistance Program. Has anyone else received assistance with getting this type of medication?
What was the process that you used to obtain assistance? I obviously do not have that kind of money, not really sure who could afford that but anyway I was working with Shared Solutions and their medication assistance only to be told that I was inelidgeable for the assistance. Here are a few resources.
If you google "suboxone financial assistance", you will get everything from coupons to assistance programs. Have you tried having him apply for Medicaid?
The one program that is offered through the manufacturer "Here to Help" I believe it is called is great, but is quite restrictive. There is the Patient Assistance Program where the pharmaceutical company that produces the medication can provide free coverage if a person falls between the gaps in insurance coverage and meets certain eligibility criteria.
See if your medications can be covered in that way. Also there are other forms of assistance as well. Information is reposted below to highlight it. See the websites for full information. Thanks, Mojo! I live in a very small town outside of Tallahassee and have no insurance so my treatment choices are somewhat limited. I was refered to Vocational Rehab which is a great program in Florida. The ENT man I saw out of Tallahassee is the best and he told me there are no Psedomonas carriers as they are all dead.
Most people with CF have problems with Pseudomonas but with the right treatment, they don't die from it. My Dr. One of the articles in the past MS Quarterly Reviews listed some great sources of assistance for drug costs to people living with MS. This information is worth sharing again and again. We know the cost of treating MS is expensive in so many ways.
Here is a the short list of ways you can make the drugs affordable - yes it takes effort on our parts to do this, but it is financially worth it— Needy Meds www. Is there any kind of program that will help me offset the copay cost for this program?
I probably should have also mentioned that MSAA Multiple Sclerosis Association of American has an equipment distribution program and a cooling equipment distribution program. I would recommend anyone with MS or waiting on a dx go to the site and join. After joining they sent me an introductory packet with a lot of info. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
This drug should not be used with the following medications because very serious interactions may occur: apraclonidine, brimonidine, bethanidine, bupropion, buspirone, carbamazepine, dextromethorphan, entacapone, herbal products e.
If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting linezolid. Before using this medication, tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other antibiotics, other drugs which can depress the bone marrow e.
Check the labels on all your medicines e. Avoid these products while taking this medication. Ask your pharmacist for additional information. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless told to do so by your doctor. A different medication may be necessary in those cases.
Do not share this medication with others. If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose to catch up. Before mixing, store the dry powder and mixing solution below 77 degrees F 25 degrees C. Doses are usually repeated every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor. Squeeze IV bags to check for leaks. Do not use leaky IV bags. Linezolid is related to a group of drugs called MAO inhibitors. Certain foods interact with MAO inhibitors causing severe headache and increased blood pressure.
This could lead to a medical emergency. Continue to use this medication until the full-prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a relapse of the infection. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, use this drug at evenly spaced intervals.
Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve in 10 days. Diarrhea, headache, nausea or vomiting, dizziness, trouble sleeping, or rash may occur. If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection e. Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge or other new symptoms. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: high blood pressure hypertension , blood disorders low blood counts , chronic infection, any allergies.
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