avonex financial assistance

Hi and thanks in advance. I got financial assistance from Tysabri, but after having 3 infusions, finally got an invoice for the first infusion. My responsibility is over $350. No way can I afford that every month. Avonex cost me around $25 a month. I was on that for 14 years. Not so sure about this whole thing yet. Does anyone have any ideas about the best way to get financial assistance: from the hospital where I get my infusions or directly from Tysabri?

Biogen, the makers of Avonex, offers financial aid for those who cannot afford the drug. Call them at 800-456-2255. The other DMD drug makers offer aid as well. So a site with discount coupons shouldn't even be necessary for a DMD, and I would be wary of it for anything else. I'm curious what the site is, and why they wouldn't answer your questions.

If Shared Solutions thinks you won't qualify for any kind of assistance, I'm not sure what to tell you. They have two kinds of financial assistance - partially funded and completely funded assistance. I'm on the 100% assistance plan, but then, I'm broke!

hate to be the bearer of bad news but they are mostly Tier 4. Many of the drug companies have financial assistance, some more than others. Then, unfortunately, there are people who don't take anything either because they don't want to or can't afford to. MS is not a cheap date, for sure but can be a demanding one. Wish I could have given you better news!

The company that makes it has a great program with people to talk to and help with financial assistance, a nurse to ask questions of, and so much more. They were able to send me thinner needles than were sent with my starter package, which made the injections much easier. I'm "lucky" enough to have so little income that I qualify for Extra Help from the State of Oregon. I'm on Social Security Disability, and pay for a blue cross MedAdvantage plan.

Does anyone know about any financial assistance programs? I'm in Arizona. My neurologist wants me to take Tecfidera and just found out that I'm not eligible to get the $10 copay because I'm on MEDICARE. Been on SS disability since 1992 and have take four of the injectables for MS. Had to stop all of them because of side effects.

If you do not have insurance or if you need help paying for Copaxone, Shared Solutions can refer you to other financial assistance programs. To speak with someone at Shared Solutions, call 1-800-887-8100.Your doctor's office or the local chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society should also be able to assist you in determining financial options for affording treatment. More Information: Copaxone is made by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.

I wanted to share some encouraging news for people who have Chronic Hep B and have financial difficulty affording Baraclude. I contacted Brystol Myers Squibb and applied for the Patient Assistance Program. The website and application is here: http://www.bms.com/products/Pages/programs.aspx It took about a week and they have approved me to receive the medication and are shipping it to my home.

If you make lower then your cities standard income for families you can do to your local family services and sign up for temporary assistance for needy families. (Tanf) you can also apply for food stamps and child care costs if your wanting to find a job they provide child care as well at least that's how it is in mo. Good luck hope u figure something out!

The injectible MS meds, as well as the new oral meds, are very, very expensive, but most do have good financial assistance, if you qualify (and each pharma company has different rules for assistance). So, there's lots of homework to do. Good luck. Ask if you have more questions.

I have been on Rebif now for just over three years after nine and a half years taking Avonex. Have been very consistent in making sure to take my shots. Having a short term memory moment, realized the other day while taking my 2nd to last shot of my current distribution; This being true, tomorrow will be my last shot with a schedule to take the first of a new packet on Saturday, Dec 22nd. Many thanks if you can supply me with the appropriate phone number to order a next batch.

Hi there, there is a lot of financial assistance available, here is one place, also if you look up Harvoni you can find their site. They not only provide financial assistance but can help you in other ways. i.e. helping find a doctor etc. Here is one place for financial assistance, there are others. http://www.panfoundation.

Go get on assistance like food stamps, Medicaid and wic. They may even pay you money because of your situation.

Check the MSAA financial assistance website as well. They have an MRI assistance program that will help folks in the diagnostic process under certain circumstances.

Yes, probably. The manufacturers of HCV meds provide Patient Assistance Programs that you might qualify for if you live in the U.S. I've personally used one, and it helped immensely.

Here's a link to help check for prescription med assistance: http://www.pparx.

My neurologist was furious at the cavalier attitude with the county attending physician, but suggested that Shared Solutions may have a financial assistance program. I am going to go on Feb. 11th in Los Angles to see if I can get some help. This last week I have been experiencing an exacerbation that is affecting my balance...I keep falling to the right and my legs are very weak. The fatigue is overwhelming. I am hopeful that this will help my overall health.

Insurance will not cover him as they say it is a pre-existing condition. Where does he get financial aid so he can get medical help with a psychiatrist and councillor.?

They have a program that offers the best assistance for those in financial need. There are two kinds of assistance programs...one there is no need for any financial forms to be filled out. They make sure to keep your cost at thirty or forty dollars (I don't remember the exact amount) per month. The other requires you to fill out financial forms...If you are in need you will be approved and they move quickly. I wish you the best.

I just started on Avonex (had my 2nd injection a few days ago). I'm wondering if I will ever feel like I did prior to it. My side effects are not bad at all if I take Ibuprofen regularly. I stopped taking it b/c my stomach started hurting on & off everyday. Since I stopped it, my stomach doesn't hurt anymore, but I have headaches all the time. My head feels kind of spacey also. Will this go away? I am so new to all of this.

thanks for the suggestion of avonex assistance. I have 3 regular injections left so I hope they can work it out before they are up!! If any of you get to use it before me...please let me know what you think!

My doctor has given me options for medications for MS. These are expensive since they are considered specialty drugs. Tecfidera seems to be my safest choice for now, but I was told my insurance would only cover 50% and my payment would be about $3600. I don't have that kind of money to spend every month. I'm on unemployment. I know some of the drug companies have financial assistance....has anyone had experience with the financial assistance they provide?

I have been on Avonex for 10 years. I am feeling pretty good. Very few ms problems. My gait is somewhat labored, I have intention tremor in my hands and some numbness on my left side. I am considering stopping my Avonex becausse of the cost. Have not seen my neurologist yet but want another persons opinion also.

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