Does Janssen Pharmaceuticals have a patient assistance program?
Janssen is committed to helping patients obtain appropriate access to our medicines. We partner with private and public payers and healthcare systems to support availability of our products and we offer and support a variety of programs and services to assist with access to and appropriate use of new treatment options.
What can I use my Janssen CarePath card for?
The Janssen CarePath Savings Program is designed to help lower eligible patients' out-of-pocket medication costs for their Janssen medication. Eligible patients using commercial or private insurance to pay for their Janssen medication will receive savings off their deductible, co-pay, and co-insurance medication costs.
What is the difference between Invega and Risperdal?
Paliperidone (Invega) is a metabolite of risperidone (Risperidone). While the efficacy and side effects of these medications are similar, there are some difference in 5-HT2A/D2 (serotonin/dopamine) binding ratios. The risperidone binding ratio is lower than the paliperidone binding ratio.
Can RISPERDAL CONSTA be given monthly?
After tolerability is established, risperidone-SQ can be dosed monthly, with either a 90-mg or 120-mg dose.
Does Janssen CarePath expire?
You must meet the program requirements every time you use the card. Program terms will expire at the end of each calendar year. The program may change or end without notice, including in specific states.
Does Janssen CarePath work with Medicare?
If you use commercial or private health insurance, Janssen CarePath Savings Program may help you save on your out-of-pocket costs. Patients using Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federally funded programs to pay for their Janssen medication are not eligible to participate.
Can you switch from risperidone to Invega?
When transitioning a patient from risperidone oral to paliperidone palmitate (Invega Sustenna), information on the manufacturer's current website states that all patients transitioning from oral antipsychotics must follow the recommended initiation dosing of 234 mg (day 1), 156 mg (day 8), both administered in the ...
Is Invega better than Abilify?
In a head-to-head study, aripiprazole (Abilify Maintena) treatment from H. Lundbeck A/S and Otsuka America Pharmaceutical Inc. showed superior effectiveness to Janssen's paliperidone palmitate (Invega Sustenna) treatment in adult patients with schizophrenia.
Is paliperidone stronger than risperidone?
The significant difference in the mean PANSS total scores suggested that paliperidone ER 6-12 mg/day may be more efficacious than risperidone 2-4 mg/day. Consistent results were observed on PANSS factor scores, CGI-S scores, response rates and placebo-corrected discontinuation rates for lack of efficacy.
How long can you take risperidone?
If you take risperidone for bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, you should think about taking it for a few years, otherwise your old symptoms can come back. Young people taking risperidone for conduct disorders will usually only take it for six weeks.
What medications Cannot be taken with risperidone?
Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.Bepridil.Bromopride.Cisapride.Dronedarone.Levoketoconazole.Levomethadyl.Mesoridazine.Metoclopramide.More items...•
What is the difference between Risperdal and RISPERDAL CONSTA?
Risperdal (risperidone) and Risperdal Consta (risperidone) are antipsychotic drugs prescribed to treat schizophrenia, bipolar mania, and autism. Risperdal Consta is an injectable, long-acting form of risperidone.
Does Janssen CarePath count towards deductible?
Janssen CarePath Savings Program can help eligible commercially-insured patients save on out-of-pocket costs for their Janssen medication. Depending on your health insurance plan, savings may apply toward co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible.
Is REMICADE infusion covered by insurance?
Eligible patients using commercial or private insurance can save on out-of-pocket medication costs for REMICADE®. Depending on the health insurance plan, savings may apply toward co-pay, co-insurance, or deductible. Eligible patients pay $5 for each infusion, with a $20,000 maximum program benefit per calendar year.
Important Note
Uses
- This medication is used to treat schizophrenia. It works by helping to restore the balance of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters). Risperidone has not been shown to be safe or effective in the elderly for the treatment of delusions/hallucinations (psychosis) due to dementia.
How to Use
- Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed. This drug may be taken with or without food. During the first few days your doctor may gradually increase your dose to allow your body to adjust to the medication. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. Continue to take this medication as directed, even if you are feeling better and thinking more cle…
Side Effects
- Dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, nausea, constipation, runny nose, weight gain, nervousness, acne, dry skin, difficulty concentrating, decreased sexual ability/desire or difficulty sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position. Tell yo…
Precautions
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease (including heart failure, history of heart attacks or ischemia, arrhythmias), low blood pressure, seizures, difficulty swallowing (especially in patients with dementia or Alzheimer's disease), strokes (cerebrovascular disease), dehydration, breast ca…
Drug Interactions
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: antidepressants (e.g., fluoxetine, paroxetine), high blood pressure medicine (e.g., beta-blockers such as propranolol, "water pills" or diuretics such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide, alpha-blockers such as doxazosin or prazo…
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unusual drowsiness; fast heartbeat; fainting; unusual muscle movement or stiffness of the face, neck, or limbs; tremor; seizures; and loss of consciousness.
Notes
- Do not share this mediation with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
Missed Dose
- Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Storage
- Store this medicine at room temperature away from light and moisture. Per the U.S. manufacturer, store the US product between 59 and 77 degrees F (15-25 degrees C). Per the Canadian manufacturer, store the Canadian product between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C). If you use the oral solution, do not allow it to freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines …