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What is the Bayer savings card?
Bayer is pleased to present this savings card offer. Regardless of insurance coverage, patients may be able to take advantage of savings on their out-of-pocket expenses for select Bayer products, using the Bayer Savings Card. This site can help you enroll or help you activate your Bayer Savings Card.
What is the Bayer Patient Assistance Program?
Patient Assistance Program The Bayer US Patient Assistance Foundation is a charitable organization established to assist patients who face financial challenges. Bayer believes you should be able to get the medicines you need — even if you don’t have insurance or are underinsured. Visit Patient Assistance Website
How do I contact the Bayer US Patient Assistance Foundation?
Please call 1-866-228-7723 to see what options are available. Based on your answers, you may be eligible to get assistance from the Bayer US Patient Assistance Foundation.
Do all CONTOUR meters use the same test strips?
Are the Contour Next test strips accurate? A benefit of most of the Contour Next meters is that they use the same test strips by that name. The Contour Next ONE meter is the most accurate product Ascensia has produced.
Do diabetics have to pay for test strips?
You can buy diabetic test strips over the counter (OTC) at your local pharmacy, online, or through a subscription service. Even though a prescription isn't required for diabetic supplies like glucometers, test strips, and lancets, you may need a prescription for insurance to cover the costs.
Is there a generic for Contour NEXT test strips?
Is there a generic of Contour Next One? Contour Next One is a brand-name diabetic smart meter system. There is currently no generic version of Contour Next One.
What test strips work with Contour Next meter?
Which test strip does my CONTOUR® TS blood glucose meter use? The CONTOUR® TS meter uses CONTOUR® TS test strips only.
How many test strips will Medicare pay for in a month?
100 test stripsHowever, the amount of supplies that are covered varies. Uses insulin, they may be able to get up to 100 test strips and lancets every month, and 1 lancet device every 6 months. Does not use insulin, they may be able to get 100 test strips and lancets every 3 months, and 1 lancet device every 6 months.
How do I get more test strips for diabetes?
You can get diabetes test strips in most places that sell medical supplies, like a pharmacy, or even online. If cost is a concern, talk to your doctor about ways to save money. To help lower the cost of test strips, you can: Look for coupons in magazines and drug store circulars.
What is the difference between Bayer Contour and Contour next?
What's the Difference Between Contour and Contour NEXT test strips? Bayer Contour test strips are proven to delivery clinically accurate results. However, the Contour NEXT test strips when used NEXT EZ meters take the accuracy to the next level by offering next-generation accuracy.
Does GoodRx work with test strips?
You can now find and compare diabetes supplies on GoodRx! Do a search now to see prices for glucose test strips and meters, control solution, syringes and lancets, and more. As you may already know, shopping around online will typically get you a lower price than what you'll find walking in to your local pharmacy.
Can I use generic test strips?
A generic test strip may not work with your monitor even if it looks exactly like the brand name one. If your results seem unusual, the generic test strips may not be working properly.
Can CONTOUR strips be used in Contour Next meter?
The Contour®next meter only works with Contour®next test strips and Contour®next control solution. Always keep the Contour next test strips in their original bottle.
How accurate are CONTOUR test strips?
When evaluated with the more stringent accuracy criteria, the CONTOUR BGMS had 96.7% (95% CI: 94.9%, 97.8%) of overall results that were within ±15 mg/dl (±0.83 mmol/liter) or ±15% of the reference value (Table 4).
How accurate is the Bayer CONTOUR glucose meter?
Contour Next from Ascensia (formerly Bayer) – 100% Accu-Chek Aviva Plus from Roche – 98%
Can you get diabetes test strips on prescription?
You can get test strips on prescription or you can buy them over the counter at a pharmacy or online. Most meters will only take one type of test strip.
Does Medicare Cover One Touch test strips?
#1 Brand used by Medicare patients OneTouch® test strips are ALWAYS covered on Medicare Part B and $0 with most supplemental health plans.
Do you need a prescription to buy a glucose meter?
Blood testing meters, strips, lancets and supplies are sold at pharmacies, adaptive equipment catalogs, and mail-order companies. You do not need a prescription from your physician to buy a blood glucose testing meter (glucometer), strips and supplies, but without a prescription you will have to pay 100% of the costs.
Does Medicare pay for hemoglobin A1c?
Hemoglobin A1c Tests: Your doctor might order a hemoglobin A1c lab test. This test measures how well your blood glucose has been controlled over the past 3 months. Medicare may cover this test for anyone with diabetes if it is ordered by his or her doctor.
How long does Bayer's patient assistance program last?
Bayer Patient Assistance Program (Cardiovascular And Women's Healthcare), a patient assistance program provided by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, offers the medications listed to the right at no cost for up to 90 days to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
Where do you send medication to?
The medication must be sent to the physicians office.
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reduce fever, to reduce inflammation and swelling in conditions such as arthritis and is used in low doses as a "blood thinner" to prevent the formation of blood clots. It is effective in reducing the risk of stroke and offers a protective effect against heart attacks in men with chest pain.
How To Use
Take by mouth with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset. Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. Sustained release, long acting or enteric-coated preparations must be swallowed whole.
Side Effects
Stomach upset is the most common side effect. Others include heartburn, loss of appetite or dizziness. Notify your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop: persistent ringing in the ears, difficulty hearing, dark urine, yellowing eyes, easy bruising, persistent stomach pain, black stools.
Precautions
If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using aspirin: liver disease, kidney disease, bleeding disorders, ulcers, stomach/intestinal problems, nasal polyps, gout, asthma, any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib).
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: "blood thinners" (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs such as warfarin, heparins, NSAIDs), acetazolamide, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), methotrexate, medication for gout, medication for diabetes.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
How long do contour strips stay fresh?
Contour Test Strips only need a tiny amount of blood, .6 µL, in order to provide accurate results. Strips stay fresh up to six months after openening. Once the strip is permeated with blood the window makes it effortless to discern. With no coding and sip in sampling these test strips are sure to create an easy testing experience for you! Each pack comes with 50 test strips.
Does the Contour test work with the glucose meter?
Bayer’s easy-to-use Contour® test strips work with the Contour® blood glucose meter and delivers accuracy to help you better manage your diabetes.
Important Note
Uses
- Bayer Patient Assistance Program (Cardiovascular And Women's Healthcare), a patient assistance program provided by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, offers the medications listed to the right at no cost for up to 90 days to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements: The medication must be sent to...
How to Use
Side Effects
Precautions
- The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug. ASPIRIN - ORAL (ASP-e...
Drug Interactions
- Aspirin is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, reduce fever, to reduce inflammation and swelling in conditions such as arthritis and is used in low doses as a "blood thinner" to prevent the formation of blood clots. It is effective in reducing the risk of stroke and offers a protective effect against heart attacks in men with chest pain.
Overdose
- Take by mouth with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset. Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. Sustained release, long acting or enteric-coated preparations must be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them or the sustained activity ma…
Notes
- Stomach upset is the most common side effect. Others include heartburn, loss of appetite or dizziness. Notify your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop: persistent ringing in the ears, difficulty hearing, dark urine, yellowing eyes, easy bruising, persistent stomach pain, black stools. In the unlikely event you have an allergic re…
Missed Dose
- If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using aspirin: liver disease, kidney disease, bleeding disorders, ulcers, stomach/intestinal problems, nasal polyps, gout, asthma, any allergies - especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen, celecoxib). Children and teenagers should not take aspirin if they have chickenpox, influenza or any undiagnosed illn…
Storage
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially: "blood thinners" (anticoagulants or antiplatelet drugs such as warfarin, heparins, NSAIDs), acetazolamide, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), methotrexate, medication for gout, medication for diabetes. If you have diabetes, regular high-dose use of aspirin may affect test results for uri…