What is the Daiichi Sankyo open care program?
The Daiichi Sankyo Open Care Program provides free products to those who are prescribed DSI’s products and are under- or uninsured , as well as unable to identify alternative payment sources. American Regent, Inc. also has a support program targeting some pharmaceuticals for patients who are either uninsured or lack sufficient coverage.
Where can I find more information about Daiichi Sankyo medication coverage?
For more information, visit the Daiichi Sankyo Access Central website to learn more about medication coverage and access support, financial assistance and other helpful resources. Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is also a proud member of Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America's Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA) program.
How many mg of phenylalanine are in Welchol for oral suspension?
Phenylketonurics: Welchol for Oral Suspension contains 27 mg phenylalanine per 3.75 gram packet. Phenylalanine can be harmful to patients with phenylketonuria (PKU).
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How to enroll in Daiichi Sankyo?
Fill out the program enrollment form located to your right. If you don't see an enrollment form available please call Daiichi Sankyo 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.
What is Daiichi Sankyo?
Daiichi Sankyo is a major pharmaceutical company that focuses their research and development of products for hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. They consider themselves to be a “Global Pharma Innovatorâ€, providing an example both developmentally and financially in the pharmaceutical industry.
Does Daiichi Sankyo offer open care?
Daiichi Sankyo Pharma Open Care Program, a patient assistance program provided by Daiichi Sankyo, offers the medications listed to the right at no cost for up to 1 year to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
Where to report side effects of Welchol?
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088. Please see full Prescribing Information for Welchol ® (colesevelam HCl).
How old is too old to study Welchol?
Welchol has not been studied in children younger than 10 years old or in girls who have not had a menstrual period.
Can you take Welchol if you have a stomach problem?
Welchol should not be taken if you have stomach or intestinal problems, including gastroparesis (when the stomach takes too long to empty its contents), abnormal contractions of the digestive system, a history of major gastrointestinal tract surgery, if you have trouble swallowing, by those who might be at risk for intestinal blockage, or if you have vitamin A, D, E, or K deficiencies. Tell your HCP if you have any of these conditions.
Does Welchol lower LDL?
Welchol, along with diet and exercise, lowers LDL or “bad” cholesterol. Welchol lowers LDL cholesterol in boys, and in girls who have had a menstrual period, ages 10 to 17 years, with a condition known as heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (a genetic disorder that causes high cholesterol).
Does Welchol interact with ER?
Welchol has known interactions with cyclosporine, glimepiride, glipizide, glyburide, levothyroxine, certain birth control pills, olmesartan medoxomil, and metformin extended-release (ER). Welchol has not been studied with all combinations of drugs and supplements.
Can you take Welchol in dry form?
Welchol (colesevelam HCl) for Oral Suspension should not be taken in its dry form. Welchol for Oral Suspension is recommended for, but not limited to, use in appropriate pediatric patients, as well as any patient who has difficulty swallowing.
Can Daiichi Sankyo be revoked?
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., reserves the right to rescind, revoke, or amend this program, at any time, without notice.
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
This medication is used alone or in combination with another medication to treat high cholesterol levels in the blood (primary hypercholesterolemia). It is recommended that this medication be used along with an exercise program and a low- cholesterol, low-fat diet. Reducing cholesterol helps prevent stroke and heart attacks.
How To Use
Take this medication by mouth, with plenty of water, along with a meal. This drug is usually taken once or twice daily. Your dosage is based on your condition and response to therapy. It may take a few weeks before the full effects of this medication are noticed.
Side Effects
Constipation, nausea, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, or headache may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these serious side effects: muscle pain, unusual weakness, stomach pain. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: any allergies, bowel problems (obstructions), high fat levels in the blood (triglycerides greater than 300mg/dl), bleeding problems, difficulty swallowing, stomach problems (e.g., surgery, motility disorders). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: other cholesterol-lowering medication, vitamin products, verapamil. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
How many mg of Welchol for oral suspension?
Phenylketonurics: Welchol for Oral Suspension contains 27 mg phenylalanine per 3.75 gram packet.
What is Welchol used for?
Welchol is indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to: reduce elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in patients with primary hyperlipidemia. reduce LDL-C levels in boys and postmenarchal girls, 10 to 17 years of age, with heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
Does Welchol affect vitamin K?
Welchol may decrease the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Patients on oral vitamin supplements should take their vitamins at least 4 hours prior to Welchol. Caution should be exercised when treating patients with a susceptibility to vitamin K deficiencies (e.g., patients on warfarin, patients with malabsorption syndromes), or fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies.
Does Welchol increase TG?
Welchol can increase serum TG concentrations, particularly when used in combination with pioglitazone, sulfonylureas, or insulin. Hypertriglyceridemia can cause acute pancreatitis. Instruct patients to discontinue Welchol and seek prompt medical attention if the symptoms of acute pancreatitis occur.
Is Welchol used for type 1 diabetes?
Welchol should not be used for the treatment of type 1 diabetes or for the treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis. The effect of Welchol on cardiovascular morbidity and mortality has not been determined. Welchol has not been studied in type 2 diabetes in combination with a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitor.
Can you take Welchol while pregnant?
There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of colesevelam HCl use in pregnant women. Females and Males of Reproductive Potential. Use of Welchol may reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives. Patients should be advised to take oral contraceptives at least 4 hours prior to taking Welchol.
Is Welchol safe for gastroparesis?
Welchol is not recommended in patients with gastroparesis, gastrointestinal motility disorders, a history of major gastrointestinal tract surgery, those who might be at risk for bowel obstruction, and when treating patients with dysphagia and swallowing disorders. Postmarketing cases of bowel obstruction have occurred with Welchol. Instruct patients to promptly discontinue Welchol and seek medical attention if severe abdominal pain or severe constipation occurs.
What is Welchol used for?
Welchol (colesevelam) is a member of the bile acid sequestrants drug class and is commonly used for Diabetes - Type 2, High Cholesterol, Hyperlipoproteinemia, and others.
How much is Welchol oral powder?
The cost for Welchol oral powder for reconstitution 3.75 g is around $709 for a supply of 30 powder for reconstitution, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
Is Welchol a generic drug?
A generic version of Welchol has been approved by the FDA . However we either do not have pricing information for it, or it is not commercially available. More info: generic Welchol availability. This Welchol price guide is based on using the Drugs.com discount card which is accepted at most U.S. pharmacies.