What is the Otezla co-pay card?
The Otezla Co-Pay Card is open to patients with commercial insurance, regardless of financial need. The program is not valid for patients whose Otezla prescription is paid for in whole or in part by Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal or state programs. It is not valid for cash-paying patients or where prohibited by law.
What is Otezla used to treat?
Otezla is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis. Otezla is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with oral ulcers associated with Behçet’s Disease. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
How can I get Otezla If I am uninsured or underinsured?
If you are uninsured or underinsured, Otezla SupportPlus can put you in touch with the Amgen Safety Net Foundation, a nonprofit patient assistance program sponsored by Amgen that helps qualifying patients access Otezla and other Amgen medicines at no cost. Starting Otezla? Start off right with your own personalized support—an Otezla Nurse Partner.
Do I have to buy Otezla?
No purchase necessary. Please see full Terms and Conditions. If you are uninsured or underinsured, Otezla SupportPlus can put you in touch with the Amgen Safety Net Foundation, a nonprofit patient assistance program sponsored by Amgen that helps qualifying patients access Otezla and other Amgen medicines at no cost. Starting Otezla?
How do you get Otezla covered?
Otezla is covered by most health plans in the US, including commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid....FINANCIAL SUPPORTPatients with commercial health insurance plans.Patients covered by Medicare and Medicaid.Patients without health insurance coverage.Underinsured patients.
What is the Otezla bridge program?
The program provides up to a Maximum Program Benefit of assistance to reduce a patient's out-of-pocket prescription costs that Amgen will provide per patient for each calendar year, which must be applied to the Otezla patient's out-of-pocket costs (co-pay, deductible, or co-insurance).
Is there a generic drug for Otezla?
There isn't currently a generic version of Otezla. (A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication that's made from chemicals.)
How long does it take to see improvement with Otezla?
Results with Otezla for mild to moderate plaque psoriasis. You might be wondering how soon you may expect to see results. If Otezla works for you, you may notice results after 4 months of treatment. Over 5 times more people achieved clearer skin after 4 months of taking Otezla (22%) compared to placebo (4%).
How much is Otezla at Walmart?
Average 12 Month Prices for OtezlaPharmacyOtezla Retail PriceOtezla SingleCare PriceWalmart$4585.98$3790.94Walgreens$5011.37$4087.37Kroger Pharmacy$5091.00$3910.20Albertsons Pharmacy$4531.20$4047.601 more row
What medications make Otezla less effective?
Other medications can affect the removal of apremilast from your body, which may affect how apremilast works. Examples include certain drugs used to treat seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone), rifamycins (such as rifampin, rifabutin), among others.
What is stronger than Otezla?
In clinical trials*, Stelara proved to be slightly more effective than Otezla when used to treat both types of psoriasis.
What drug is similar to Otezla?
Methotrexate.Enbrel.Remicade.Sulfasalazine.Cosentyx.Stelara.
Can you stop Otezla cold turkey?
You should never stop taking Otezla without talking with your doctor. Although stopping Otezla doesn't cause symptoms, stopping and restarting the medication increases your risk for side effects.
What is the success rate of Otezla?
Effectiveness. In people with plaque psoriasis, clinical trials have shown Otezla to completely or nearly completely clear plaques in about 20% of people after 16 weeks. And about 30% of people have clearer skin and fewer plaques after 16 weeks.
How long do you stay on Otezla?
For some people, Otezla can prevent symptoms of psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis without causing any problematic side effects. In this case, the drug may be continued long-term to keep the condition under control. Long-term studies, ranging from 3 to 5 years, have shown that Otezla is safe for prolonged use.
How do you know Otezla is working?
Otezla can start working in the first few weeks of treatment and patients usually see therapeutic results within 12 to 16 weeks. Your initial dose of Otezla is started gradually to help minimize stomach side effects like diarrhea and nausea.
How many days does an Otezla starter pack last?
Otezla is available as a 14-day or 28-day starter pack to make it easy to start treatment.
Can I restart Otezla?
You should never stop taking Otezla without talking with your doctor. Although stopping Otezla doesn't cause symptoms, stopping and restarting the medication increases your risk for side effects.
How long does Otezla starter pack last?
Otezla Starter Pack (14-day or 28-day) 1.
How do I get Otezla starter pack?
Patients can enroll/re-enroll by calling 1-844-4OTEZLA (1-844-468-3952) or by going to Otezla.com/copay.