The ACTEMRA Co-pay Program helps eligible commercially insured patients pay $5 per drug co-pay. † The program covers the rest up to $15,000 of co-pay assistance annually. This program helps pay for drug costs described as "out-of-pocket," "co-pay," "co-insurance" or "uncovered expense" for ACTEMRA only.
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How much does the Actemra co-pay program cost?
The ACTEMRA Co-pay Program may help you pay as little as $5 per prescription † with up to $15,000 in co-pay support annually for eligible, commercially insured patients. ‡ †The final amount owed by patients may be as little as $5, but may vary depending on the patient's health insurance plan.
How do I get my Actemra without insurance coverage?
ACTEMRA Access Solutions works with your doctor, health insurance company and specialty pharmacy to help you get your ACTEMRA Do not have insurance coverage or your insurance doesn't cover enough of the cost of your ACTEMRA: Genentech Patient Foundation The Genentech Patient Foundation gives you your ACTEMRA for free if you're eligible*
What is Actemra used to treat?
Important Safety Information & Indication. ACTEMRA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have had an inadequate response to one or more Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs).
How do I Opt Out of RSVP with Actemra?
ACTEMRA patients enrolled in ACTEMRA Access Solutions are automatically enrolled in RSVP. Use this form to opt out of this program. Use this cover sheet when faxing documents to ACTEMRA Access Solutions.
What is the cost of ACTEMRA?
Actemra prices without insurance will vary by retailer. As a guide, a one-dose pack of Actemra, typically a month's supply, will cost around $350.
How long does ACTEMRA infusion last?
ACTEMRA IV Administration ACTEMRA is administered as a 60-minute single intravenous drip infusion. Doses exceeding 800 mg per infusion are not recommended.
How often are ACTEMRA infusions given?
Recommended Intravenous (IV) Dosage Regimen: The recommended dosage of ACTEMRA for adult patients given as a 60-minute single intravenous drip infusion is 4 mg per kg every 4 weeks followed by an increase to 8 mg per kg every 4 weeks based on clinical response.
Does ACTEMRA help arthritis?
Tocilizumab blocks the inflammatory protein IL-6. This improves joint pain and swelling from arthritis and other symptoms caused by inflammation.
Is ACTEMRA a high risk medication?
Actemra has a boxed warning for risk of serious infections, including tuberculosis (TB). A boxed warning is the most serious warning from the FDA. Some infections from Actemra may be serious enough to cause you to stay in the hospital. In rare cases, infections from Actemra can be fatal.
How do you feel after ACTEMRA infusion?
The most common Actemra (tocilizumab) side effects include runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, sinus infection, headache, high blood pressure and injection site reactions.
How long does it take ACTEMRA to work?
ACTEMRA IV infusions, taken without methotrexate, started to work in as little as 2 weeks in some patients. Individual results may vary.
How long do you take ACTEMRA for GCA?
In the 12-week controlled phase, the rate of all infections in the ACTEMRA-IV group was 345 per 100 patient-years and 287 per 100 patient-years in the placebo group. In the open-label extension over an average duration of 73 weeks of treatment, the overall rate of infections was 304 per 100 patient-years.
What are the side effects of ACTEMRA infusion?
Common side effects of Actemra include:runny or stuffy nose,sinus pain,sore throat,headache,dizziness,itching,mild stomach cramps, or.urinary tract infection (UTI).
Can ACTEMRA cause memory loss?
Undisclosed Side Effects of Actemra Can Be Severe Cognitive sides effects such as memory loss and difficulty concentrating are common complaints of Actemra users according to recent data. There are no warnings on Actemra for such side effects.
Does ACTEMRA cause weight gain?
Weight gain or weight loss Some people may have weight gain during Actemra treatment. In clinical studies, less than 2% of people taking Actemra for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) had weight gain.
Does ACTEMRA cause fatigue?
Your healthcare provider may tell you to stop taking ACTEMRA if you develop new or worsening liver problems during treatment with ACTEMRA. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you have any of the following symptoms: feeling tired (fatigue) lack of appetite for several days or longer (anorexia)
How long does ACTEMRA infusion take to work?
ACTEMRA IV infusions, taken without methotrexate, started to work in as little as 2 weeks in some patients. Individual results may vary.
How long do you take ACTEMRA for giant cell arteritis?
ACTEMRA SC + RAPID 6-MONTH STEROID TAPER PROVIDED SUPERIOR RATES OF SUSTAINED REMISSION.
How long can ACTEMRA stay unrefrigerated?
The fully diluted ACTEMRA solutions for infusion using 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP may be stored at 36°F to 46°F (2°C to 8°C) for up to 24 hours or room temperature for up to 4 hours and should be protected from light.
What are the side effects of ACTEMRA infusion?
Common side effects of Actemra include:runny or stuffy nose,sinus pain,sore throat,headache,dizziness,itching,mild stomach cramps, or.urinary tract infection (UTI).
What is ACTEMRA Access Solutions?
For eligible patients with commercial or public health insurance, ACTEMRA Access Solutions offers referrals to independent co-pay assistance foundations.†
Who provides Genentech medicine?
The Genentech Patient Foundation provides free Genentech medicine to people who don't have insurance coverage or who have financial concerns and to people who meet certain income criteria.*
Does ACTEMRA have a copay card?
ACTEMRA Access Solutions can refer eligible patients to the ACTEMRA Co-pay Card Program for help with the out-of-pocket costs associated with their Genentech medicine.*
What is ACTEMRA used for?
ACTEMRA is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who have had an inadequate response to one or more Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs). ACTEMRA is indicated for the treatment of giant cell arteritis (GCA) in adult patients.
Where to report side effects of Actemra?
You may report side effects to the FDA at (800) FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects to Genentech at (888) 835-2555.
How many ISRs are there in ACTEMRA SC?
During the 1-year study, a frequency of 28.8% (15/52) ISRs was observed in ACTEMRA-SC treated PJIA patients. These ISRs occurred in a greater proportion of patients at or above 30 kg (44.0%) compared with patients below 30 kg (14.8%). All ISRs were mild in severity and none of the ISRs required patient withdrawal from treatment or dose interruption.
How long does it take for ACTEMRA to show signs of liver damage?
Some of these cases have resulted in liver transplant or death. Time to onset for cases ranged from months to years after treatment initiation. Most cases presented with marked elevations of transaminases (> 5 times ULN), and some cases presented with signs or symptoms of liver dysfunction and only mildly elevated transaminases.
What are the most common adverse events in ACTEMRA IV?
The most common adverse events (at least 5%) seen in ACTEMRA-IV treated patients in the 12-week controlled portion of the study were: upper respiratory tract infections, headache, nasopharyngitis, and diarrhea.
What is the rate of infection in actrea IV?
The rate of infections in the ACTEMRA-IV all-exposure population was 163.7 per 100 patient-years. The most common events observed were nasopharyngitis and upper respiratory tract infections. The rate of serious infections was numerically higher in patients weighing less than 30 kg treated with 10 mg/kg ACTEMRA-IV (12.2 per 100 patient-years) compared to patients weighing at or above 30 kg, treated with 8 mg/kg ACTEMRA-IV (4.0 per 100 patient-years). The incidence of infections leading to dose interruptions was also numerically higher in patients weighing less than 30 kg treated with 10 mg/kg ACTEMRA-IV (21%) compared to patients weighing at or above 30 kg, treated with 8 mg/kg ACTEMRA-IV (8%).
How often do injection sites occur in SC II?
In the 6-month control period, in SC-I, the frequency of injection-site reactions was 10.1% (64/631) and 2.4% (15/631) for the weekly ACTEMRA-SC and placebo-SC (IV-arm) group, respectively. In SC-II, the frequency of injection-site reactions was 7.1% (31/437) and 4.1% (9/218) for the every other week ACTEMRA-SC and placebo-SC groups, respectively. These injection-site reactions were mild to moderate in severity. The majority resolved without any treatment and none necessitated drug discontinuation.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before receiving ACTEMRA?
ACTEMRA may not be right for you. Before receiving ACTEMRA, tell your healthcare provider if you:
What are the side effects of ACTEMRA?
These blood tests are to check for the following side effects of ACTEMRA: Low neutrophil count: neutrophils are white blood cells that help the body fight infection. Low platelet count: platelets are blood cells that help with clotting, which stops bleeding. Increase in liver function test levels.
How long after ACTEMRA can you check cholesterol?
Increase in blood cholesterol levels: your cholesterol levels should be checked 4 to 8 weeks after you start receiving ACTEMRA.
How to report side effects of Genentech?
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555. Please see full Prescribing Information and the Medication Guide, including Serious Side Effects, for more Important Safety Information.
Can you take actherma with diverticulitis?
If you have diverticulitis (inflammation in parts of the large intestine), talk to your healthcare provider before taking ACTEMRA. Some people taking ACTEMRA may develop a hole in the wall of their stomach or intestines (also known as a perforation). This happens most often in people who also take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, or methotrexate.
Should you test for TB before taking ACTEMRA?
Your healthcare provider should test you for TB before starting and during treatment with ACTEMRA. Before starting ACTEMRA, tell your healthcare provider if you have: an infection, think you may have an infection, are being treated for an infection, or get a lot of infections that return.
Can you die from actherma?
Serious allergic reactions, including death, can happen with ACTEMRA. These reactions can happen with any infusion or injection of ACTEMRA, even if they did not occur with an earlier infusion or injection. Tell your healthcare provider before your next dose if you had hives, rash or flushing after your injection.
What is ACTEMRA used for?
ACTEMRA is used: To treat adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) after at least one other medicine called a disease modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) has been used and did not work well. To treat adults with giant cell arteritis (GCA)
Who should not take ACTEMRA?
Do not take ACTEMRA if you are allergic to tocilizumab, or any of the ingredients in ACTEMRA.
How to report side effects of Genentech?
Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555.
Can you take an ice pack with an ACTEMRA SC?
You are eligible to receive a free Travel Pack and sharps container (optional) The Travel Pack will help you travel with your ACTEMRA SC. It includes an ice pack and a TSA card to help you bring your ACTEMRA through the airport. The sharps container will allow you to safely dispose of your ACTEMRA injection devices.
Can you take actherma with diverticulitis?
If you have diverticulitis (inflammation in parts of the large intestine), talk to your healthcare provider before taking ACTEMRA. Some people taking ACTEMRA may develop a hole in the wall of their stomach or intestines (also known as a perforation). This happens most often in people who also take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, or methotrexate.
Can you die from actherma?
Serious allergic reactions, including death, can happen with ACTEMRA. These reactions can happen with any infusion or injection of ACTEMRA, even if they did not occur with an earlier infusion or injection. Tell your healthcare provider before your next dose if you had hives, rash or flushing after your injection.
Can you get multiple sclerosis from actrea?
While rare, Multiple Sclerosis has been diagnosed in people who take ACTEM RA. It is not known what effect ACTEMRA may have on some nervous system disorders.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before receiving ACTEMRA?
ACTEMRA may not be right for you. Before receiving ACTEMRA, tell your healthcare provider if you:
What is ACTEMRA used for?
ACTEMRA is used: To treat adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) after at least one other medicine called a disease modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) has been used and did not work well. To treat adults with giant cell arteritis (GCA)
How long after ACTEMRA can you check cholesterol?
Increase in blood cholesterol levels: your cholesterol levels should be checked 4 to 8 weeks after you start receiving ACTEMRA.
How to report side effects of Genentech?
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555. Please see full Prescribing Information and the Medication Guide, including Serious Side Effects, for more Important Safety Information.
Does actema cause TB?
ACTEMRA changes the way your immune system works. This can make you more likely to get infections or make any current infection worse. Some people have serious infections while taking ACTEMRA, including tuberculosis (TB), and infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses that can spread throughout the body. Some people have died from these infections. Your healthcare provider should test you for TB before starting and during treatment with ACTEMRA.
How to contact Genentech patient support?
The Genentech Patient Resource Center can help answer questions and connect you to an appropriate Genentech patient support service. Call 1-800-ACTE MRA (1-800-228-3672) with questions or to get started. *If you have health insurance, you must have already tried other types of financial assistance.
Should you test for TB before taking ACTEMRA?
Your healthcare provider should test you for TB before starting and during treatment with ACTEMRA. Before starting ACTEMRA, tell your healthcare provider if you have: an infection, think you may have an infection, are being treated for an infection, or get a lot of infections that return.
How to contact Genentech about Actemra?
Medicine Information Support. Ask about possible side effects and any other medical questions related to your prescribed Genentech medicine. Call us at (800) 821-8590, Monday-Friday, 5am-5pm PT. Chat with us using our live chat feature, Monday-Friday, 5am-5pm PT.
How old do you have to be to get PJIA?
To treat people with active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (PJIA) 2 years of age and older
How to report side effects of Genentech?
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to Genentech at 1-888-835-2555. Please see full Prescribing Information and the Medication Guide, including Serious Side Effects, for more Important Safety Information.
Can ACTEMRA cause multiple sclerosis?
While rare, Multiple Sclerosis has been diagnosed in people who take ACTEMRA.
Does actuma increase cancer risk?
ACTEMRA may increase your risk of certain cancers by changing the way your immune system works .
Can you get actherma if your neutrophils are low?
Changes in Blood Test Results. Your healthcare provider should do blood tests before and after you start receiving ACTEMRA. You should not receive ACTEMRA if your neutrophil and platelet counts are too low or your liver function test levels are too high.
Can you take actherma with diverticulitis?
If you have diverticulitis (inflammation in parts of the large intestine), talk to your healthcare provider before taking ACTEMRA. Some people taking ACTEMRA may develop a hole in the wall of their stomach or intestines (also known as a perforation).
What is Genentech Patient Foundation?
The Genentech Patient Foundation gives free Genentech medicine to people who don't have insurance or who have financial concerns and meet eligibility criteria. Two forms are needed to enroll in the Genentech Patient Foundation:
Is Actemra a RSVP?
ACTEMRA ® (tocilizumab) patients enrolled in ACTEMRA Access Solutions are automatically enrolled in RSVP. Use this form to opt out of this program.
