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What is the Acthar gel Prescription Assistance Program?
The program provides up to $15,000 per calendar year toward the patient’s Acthar Gel prescription costs. Eligibility: Available to patients with commercial prescription insurance coverage for Acthar Gel.
How can Acthar Patient Support Help Me?
Your Case Manager can better help you understand your options and connect you with the appropriate resources. If you have government insurance, Acthar Patient Support will help you understand your options for financial assistance. Learning how to take or give Acthar Gel is personal.
How do I stop using the Acthar gel copay card?
If at any time a patient begins receiving prescription drug coverage under any such federal, state, or government-funded healthcare program, patient will no longer be able to use the Acthar Gel Copay Card and patient must call Acthar Patient Support at 1-888-435-2284 to stop participation.
How can I learn how to take Acthar gel?
Learning how to take or give Acthar Gel is personal. That’s why Acthar Patient Support offers free Acthar Gel injection training that’s based on your level of need. While your prescription is in the approval process, we’ll contact you to discuss your training needs and how best to accomplish them—in your home, online, or by phone.
How much does acthar cost?
Acthar was approved in 1952 and sold for decades at less than $40 a vial. Today, however, a typical vial of Acthar is priced at $39,864-—approximately 140,000% more expensive than when it was approved 68 years ago. Acthar is one of the 20 most expensive medications in the United States.
How can I get acthar?
Your doctor prescribes Acthar Gel for you. Your doctor's office then submits your prescription to Acthar Patient Support. Once the prescription is submitted by your doctor, Acthar Patient Support will review your insurance coverage.
How long does acthar take to work?
The new ACTRIMS data suggest that it can lead to “significant improvements after two months of use” for those who experience stubborn flares that fail to respond to high-dose corticosteroid treatments. These improvements were shown to last for at least six months.
How often is acthar given?
Recommended dosing from the label Acthar Gel offers flexible dosing, with a recommended 40-80 units every 1-3 days across multiple indications.
What are the side effects of acthar?
Common side effects may include:increased blood pressure;thinning skin, increased sweating;fluid retention (swelling in your hands or feet, puffiness in your face);mood changes, irritability;increased appetite; or.weight gain.
Does acthar Gel work?
Studies have shown Acthar to be effective in speeding recovery from an MS relapse. However, there is no evidence that it affects the ultimate outcome or natural history of the disease. Treatment of infantile spasms in infants and children under 2 years of age.
What happens when ACTH is low?
A decline in the concentration of ACTH in the blood leads to a reduction in the secretion of adrenal hormones, resulting in adrenal insufficiency (hypoadrenalism). Adrenal insufficiency leads to weight loss, lack of appetite (anorexia), weakness, nausea, vomiting, and low blood pressure (hypotension).
How long is acthar Gel good for?
After a vial has been opened (the top seal has been punctured by a needle), it should be discarded after 28 days.
What is acthar made from?
Acthar contains a highly purified preparation of the hormone adrenocorticotropin (also referred to as ACTH) in gelatin. This preparation is injected either into the muscle (intramuscularly) or under the skin (subcutaneously).
Is Acthar Gel self administered?
Acthar Gel can be administered at home through self injection or by a caregiver. Unlike many medications that require a pharmacy visit for pick-up by the patient, Acthar Gel is delivered by a specialty pharmacy directly to the patient's home or requested location. Contactless delivery of Acthar Gel is available.
How do you inject acthar Gel?
Take the vial of Acthar out of the refrigerator. Always inject Acthar into the muscle of your child. Never inject Acthar directly into a vein, under your child's skin, or give it to your child by mouth. Keep needle tip in the Acthar at all times when drawing the amount your doctor prescribed.
What does acthar treat?
Acthar® Gel is a prescription medicine used for: Treatment for flares or on a regular basis (maintenance) in people with dermatomyositis or polymyositis (DM-PM) Treatment for flares or on a regular basis (maintenance) in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)
What is acthar used for?
Acthar® Gel is a prescription medicine used for: Treatment for flares or on a regular basis (maintenance) in people with dermatomyositis or polymyositis (DM-PM) Treatment for flares or on a regular basis (maintenance) in people with systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)
Who makes acthar?
Since acquiring Acthar Gel in 2014, Mallinckrodt has made, and continues to make, a significant investment in the drug. For example, the company built on existing data through further studies that evaluated the safety and efficacy of Acthar Gel within our indications.
How do you pronounce acthar?
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When was Acthar Gel FDA approved?
Approval Date: 10/15/2010.
Can you enroll in Acthar Gel over the phone?
Enrollment over the phone during the Acthar Gel welcome call or anytime you speak with your Case Manager
Does Mallinckrodt provide Acthar Gel?
Mallinckrodt provides Acthar Gel at no cost to eligible patients with a valid, on-label prescription for Acthar Gel who have no insurance, are underinsured, or are rendered uninsured
What is Acthar injection?
Acthar is injected beneath the skin or into the muscle.
How to report Acthar side effects?
Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you, or that does not go away. Call your doctor or pharmacist for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA. Call 1-800-FDA-1088.
How effective is Acthar for MS?
Treatment for adults with acute relapses or flares of multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies have shown Acthar to be effective in speeding recovery from an MS relapse.
What happens if you stop taking Acthar?
Sometimes when you stop taking Acthar long-term, your body may not produce enough natural cortisol. This is called “adrenal insufficiency.” Your doctor may prescribe a steroid medicine to protect you until the adrenal gland recovers
How to tell if you are allergic to Acthar?
Signs of allergic reaction are: Skin rash and itching. Swelling of the face, tongue, lips, or throat. Trouble breathing. The effects of Acthar may be intensified if you have an underactive thyroid or cirrhosis of the liver. Long-term Acthar use can affect growth and physical development in children.
Does Acthar help with MS?
Treatment for adults with acute relapses or flares of multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies have shown Acthar to be effective in speeding recovery from an MS relapse. However, there is no evidence that it affects the ultimate outcome or natural history of the disease. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Can Acthar make you depressed?
Taking Acthar can make you feel irritable or depressed. You may also have mood swings or trouble sleeping. These effects are reversible once Acthar therapy is stopped
What is Acthar patient support?
Acthar Patient Support is dedicated to helping patients who are prescribed Acthar Gel get the treatment they need.
How to contact Acthar Gel?
For questions about the Acthar Gel referral process or the status of an existing referral, please call Acthar Patient Support at 1-888-435-2284 Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 9 PM ET and Saturday from 9 AM to 2 PM ET. Patient Advocacy.
Can Mallinckrodt revoke copay?
Mallinckrodt reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend the co-pay assistance program at any time without notice.
Does Acthar provide copay assistance?
Enrollment in the co-pay assistance program does not guarantee assistance. Whether an expense is eligible for the co-pay benefit will be determined at the time the benefit is paid. Eligible co-pay expenses must be in connection with a separately paid claim for Acthar®Gel which is otherwise covered by a private/commercial insurance plan.
Does Acthar Gel cover out of pocket costs?
The program covers out-of-pocket costs for Acthar®Gel only. The program will not and shall not be applied toward the cost of any other product, healthcare provider service, supply charges or other treatment costs.
Do you need a prescription for Acthar?
Patient must have a valid Acthar®Gel prescription for an FDA-approved, on-label indication.
Can you enroll in Acthar Gel over the phone?
Enrollment over the phone during the Acthar Gel welcome call or any time they are speaking with their Case Manager
What is Acthar referral form?
The Acthar Referral Form Guideincludes easy-to-follow instructions for completing an Acthar Referral Form, including recommended dosing information, patient authorization, and scheduling injection training.
What is page 3 of Acthar?
When a patient signs page 3 of the Acthar Referral Form, they enable our complete level of support by authorizing Acthar Patient Support to interact with some pharmacies and insurance providers on their behalf.
What is a prescription helper?
Helping process prescriptions with the insurance provider
What is a patient support?
Providing support for patients throughout their treatment journey
How to contact ARM?
Simply call 1-888-435-22841-888-435-2284and request a visit from your local Access and Reimbursement Manager (ARM) to learn how our dedicated team members:
Where is Acthar injected?
Acthar is injected beneath the skin or into the muscle.
Where to inject Acthar?
Always inject Acthar beneath the skin or into the muscle
Does Acthar help with MS?
Treatment for adults with acute relapses or flares of multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies have shown Acthar to be effective in speeding recovery from an MS relapse. However, there is no evidence that it affects the ultimate outcome or natural history of the disease
What to tell your doctor about your health?
Tell your doctor about any other health problems that you have. Give your doctor a complete list of medicines you are taking, including all prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
Does Acthar cause bruising?
When taking Acthar long-term, your adrenal gland may produce too much of a hormone called cortisol. This can result in symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome. This may cause increased upper body fat, a rounded “moon” face, bruising easily, or muscle weakness
What is Acthar?
H.P. Acthar Gel, commonly known as Acthar, is a prescription medication that is FDA approved for the treatment of multiple conditions, including symptoms of sarcoidosis, and has been used for many years
How is Acthar administered?
Acthar is an injection that can be given preferably subcutaneously (beneath the skin)or intramuscularly (into the muscle)
Meet Kerry, an Acthar Patient
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Important Safety Information
DO NOT take Acthar until you have talked to your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
When was Acthar Gel first used?
H.P. Acthar Gel was launched by Questcor Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in 2005. It has been approved by the FDA for use in treament of acute exacerbations of multiple sclerosis. H.P. Acthar Gel is available in gel form and does not require a physician to administer.
How to enroll in Questcor?
Fill out the program enrollment form located to your right. If you don't see an enrollment form available please call Questcor Pharmaceuticals program directly. After filling out the enrollment form please bring the form to your doctor for proper signatures and procedures. Do not forget a self stamped envelope for them to mail in your application to the program.
Where do you send medication to?
The medication must be sent to the Hospital, Physicians Office, or Pharmacy.
What is Questcor Pharmaceuticals?
is a California based pharmaceutical company started in 1990 that focuses specifically on developing products for central nervous system disorders. Originally Questcor Pharmaceuticals, Inc. offered a much wider selection of products, but as they shifted their focus soley to central nervous system related developments, that had to part ways with several products.
