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by Antoinette Lindgren Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Patient Assistance Programs for Actos. Patient assistance programs (PAPs) are usually sponsored by pharmaceutical companies and provide free or discounted medicines to low income or uninsured and under-insured people who meet specific guidelines.

Patient Assistance & Copay Programs for Actos. Patient assistance programs (PAPs) are usually sponsored by pharmaceutical companies and provide free or discounted medicines and copay programs to low income or uninsured and under-insured people who meet specific guidelines. Eligibility requirements vary for each program ...

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What is the cost of Actos oral tablets?

The cost for Actos oral tablet 15 mg is around $415 for a supply of 30 tablets, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.

What is the Merck Patient Assistance Program?

Merck Patient Assistance Program The Merck Patient Assistance Program provides certain medicines and adult vaccines free of charge to eligible individuals who do not have insurance or whose insurance does not cover their prescription Merck products.

Are there any programs that offer financial support for patients?

We have programs that offer information about product financial support and medicines or adult vaccines free of charge for eligible patients in the U.S. Looking for savings on your out-of-pocket costs? Select Merck brands offer coupons to eligible, privately-insured patients to save on their out-of-pocket costs.

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What is Merck Patient Assistance Program?

The Merck Patient Assistance Program provides certain medicines and adult vaccines free of charge to eligible individuals who do not have insurance or whose insurance does not cover their prescription Merck products.

Is Actos a generic?

Actos generic Actos is a brand-name medication. It's also currently available in generic form, which is called pioglitazone. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication.

Does Wellbutrin have a patient assistance program?

Wellbutrin (bupropion) * NiceRx works with your healthcare provider to help you enroll in the Wellbutrin patient assistance program.

How do you qualify for free eliquis?

You may be eligible for the Free 30-Day Trial Offer for ELIQUIS® (apixaban) if:You have not previously filled a prescription for ELIQUIS;You have a valid 30-day prescription for ELIQUIS;You are being treated with ELIQUIS for an FDA-approved indication that an HCP has planned for more than 35 days of treatment;More items...

Is Actos worth the risk?

Use of Actos may cause fluid retention and increase the risk of developing congestive heart failure. In addition, patients who already have a history of congestive heart failure are at increased risk of worsening the condition.

Will Actos cause weight gain?

Treatment with Actos may cause weight gain. Actos is often used together with other drugs to treat diabetes, some of which can increase your risk of weight gain. Weight gain can be a symptom of more serious side effects Actos may cause, including heart failure.

How much is a 30 day supply of bupropion?

The cost for bupropion oral tablet, extended release (150 mg/24 hours) is around $17 for a supply of 30 tablets, depending on the pharmacy you visit.

Does generic bupropion work as well as Wellbutrin?

The FDA considers the generic form of bupropion XL 300 mg (Teva Pharmaceuticals) bioequivalent and therapeutically equivalent to (interchangeable with) Wellbutrin XL 300 mg.

What tier is Wellbutrin XL?

What drug tier is bupropion XL typically on? Medicare prescription drug plans typically list bupropion XL on Tier 2 of their formulary. Generally, the higher the tier, the more you have to pay for the medication.

How much does Eliquis cost at Walgreens?

Average 12 Month Prices for EliquisPharmacyEliquis Retail PriceEliquis SingleCare PriceWalgreens$623.72$537.78Kroger Pharmacy$624.91$487.61Albertsons Pharmacy$554.44$506.95Rite Aid Pharmacy$665.72$526.002 more rows

What is a cheaper alternative to Eliquis?

Warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven). Warfarin is a comparable generic drug that can cost as little as $4 with a GoodRx discount.

Does Bristol Myers Squibb have a patient assistance program?

The Bristol Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation (BMSPAF) is an independent, charitable organization that helps eligible patients who need temporary help obtaining the medicines listed on this website.

When did Actos go generic?

Takeda has granted Teva a license to market an authorized generic version of ACTOS in the U.S. beginning on August 17, 2012, or earlier under certain circumstances.

What is the brand-name for Actos?

Pioglitazone (marketed as Actos, Actoplus Met, Duetact, and Oseni) Information. Pioglitazone is sold as a single-ingredient product under the brand-name Actos and is also sold in combination with metformin (Actoplus Met, Actoplus Met XR) and glimepiride (Duetact).

Why was Actos taken off the market?

(CBS) Actos has been pulled from the market in France and Germany after the popular diabetes drug was linked to bladder cancer.

Is Actos still being prescribed?

Actos is an expensive, brand-name medication designed to control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. In 2012, a generic version called pioglitazone was brought to the market. Since then, prescriptions for brand-name Actos have all but disappeared.

Actos Prices

The cost for Actos oral tablet 15 mg is around $415 for a supply of 30 tablets, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.

Drugs.com Printable Discount Card

The free Drugs.com Discount Card works like a coupon and can save you up to 80% or more off the cost of prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs and pet prescriptions.

Actos Coupons and Rebates

Actos offers may be in the form of a printable coupon, rebate, savings card, trial offer, or free samples. Some offers may be printed right from a website, others require registration, completing a questionnaire, or obtaining a sample from the doctor's office.

Patient Assistance Programs for Actos

Patient assistance programs (PAPs) are usually sponsored by pharmaceutical companies and provide free or discounted medicines to low income or uninsured and under-insured people who meet specific guidelines. Eligibility requirements vary for each program.

Program Details

PatientAssistance.com is glad to present this offer finding to you. You will find the program details located through the offer link below.

How To Use

Simply print this page and bring to your local pharmacy. If you have any issues please have the pharmacist call 1-800-577-6484.

Program Details

PatientAssistance.com is glad to present this offer finding to you. You will find the program details located through the offer link below.

Application Process

This process can vary from application to application so please read carefully.

Actos (pioglitazone hydrochloride)

If you’re struggling to pay for your Actos medication, we may be able to help. Through NiceRx, you can receive Actos for just $49 per month.* NiceRx works directly with your healthcare provider to help you enroll in the Actos patient assistance program.

Your monthly Actos cost savings if eligible

You can receive your Actos prescription for just $49 per month, every month. This flat fee covers the full cost of your Actos medicine, regardless of retail price.

Am I eligible for the Actos patient assistance program?

If you meet the eligibility criteria, you could receive your Actos medication without paying the full retail price. At NiceRx, we review each Actos assistance program application individually. The factors considered by most programs are:

How do I apply for the Actos patient assistance program?

NiceRx makes it as simple as possible to apply for the Actos patient assistance program. Start by completing our enrollment application, and tell us about any medications you’re taking, including Actos. You will need to provide details about your healthcare provider, insurance, and your household income.

Does NiceRx provide Actos coupons?

We don’t provide Actos coupons or Actos discount cards. We are a service provider that helps eligible individuals access the Actos patient assistance program. Therefore, we don’t offer printable Actos manufacturer coupons, Actos discounts, rebates, Actos savings cards, trial offers, or free Actos samples.

Can NiceRx help me get Actos if I have insurance?

We may be able to help you if you have insurance but your insurance company won’t pay for your medication, you have high copay or co insurance responsibility or you don’t have insurance.

How to get more information about Actos?

To receive further information about Actos and its effects, talk to your doctor.

What is Actos used for?

Actos is a prescription medication that is used along with proper diet and exercise to control blood sugar levels in those with type 2 diabetes. This medication works by improving your cell’s response to insulin.

Can Prescription Hope Get My Actos If I Have Health Insurance Coverage?

Because Prescription Hope is not a health insurance plan, our program works alongside any coverage you may currently have to obtain your Actos medication at an affordable price. Our national advocacy program does not have medication tiers, copays, or deductibles.

Can Prescription Hope Help Me Obtain My Other Medications?

Prescription Hope works directly with over 180 U.S. based pharmaceutical manufacturers patient assistance programs to obtain over 1,500 FDA-approved prescription medications. Visit our website to see our full list of medications and fill out an application.

How does prescription hope work?

Prescription Hope works with over 180 U.S.-based pharmaceutical manufacturers patient assistance programs to access over 1,500 FDA-approved medications. Our medication list includes the top-100 prescribed medications in the United States offered by big-name medication companies. There are no additional costs or hidden fees associated with the medications obtained through Prescription Hope. We will never charge a fee for any medication that we cannot access for you.

What insurance does prescription hope work with?

This includes Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Humana.

What are the side effects of Actos?

The most common side effects of Actos may include sore throat, muscle pain, weight gain, and tooth problems.

Looking for savings on your out-of-pocket costs?

Select Merck brands offer coupons to eligible, privately-insured patients to save on their out-of-pocket costs. To see if a coupon is available, please go to the product brand website. Coupons are not available for patients who are uninsured or patients with Medicare or other Government Program insurance.

Have a question about insurance coverage or financial assistance options?

The Merck Access Program may be able to help answer questions related to insurance coverage and financial assistance options for certain Merck products including questions about:

Unable to afford your prescription?

The Merck Patient Assistance Program provides certain medicines and adult vaccines free of charge to eligible individuals who do not have insurance or whose insurance does not cover their prescription Merck products.

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Uses

  • This medication is used to treat diabetes. It works by helping to restore your body's proper response to insulin, thereby lowering your blood sugar. Controlling high blood sugar helps prevent heart disease, strokes, kidney disease, circulation problems, and blindness.
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How to Use

  • Take by mouth, with or without food, once daily as directed by your doctor. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. This medication may be used in addition to other medications to treat diabetes. Take all other medication as directed by your doctor. If you are currently taking troglitazone, wait at least one week between stopping troglitazone and starting t…
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Side Effects

  • Headache may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: sore throat, cough, unusual tiredness or weakness, dizziness, tremors, rapid heartbeat, muscle ache, swelling, unusual thirst, unusual amount of urine, trouble breathing, sudden weight gain. Tell your doctor i…
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Precautions

  • Use of this medication is not recommended if you have newly diagnosed or worsening heart failure (acute congestive heart failure). Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, swelling (edema), heart problems (e.g., chronic congestive heart failure), fertility problems (e.g., ovulation problems, very high blood glucose (diabetic ketoacidosis), blood probl…
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Drug Interactions

  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: drugs for diabetes (e.g., rosiglitazone, insulin, glipizide, glyburide), ketoconazole. This medication may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the use of other birth control methods. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or phar…
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Notes

  • Do not share this medication with others. It is recommended you attend a diabetes education program to understand diabetes and all important aspects of its treatment including meals/diet, exercise, personal hygiene, medication and getting regular eye, foot, and medical exams. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Keep all medical appointments. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g.…
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Missed Dose

  • 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.
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Storage

  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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Medical Alert

  • Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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