What is the Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation?
WELCOME TO THE OTSUKA PATIENT ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION, INC. The Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (OPAF) recognizes that patients face unique challenges that negatively impact their health journey. OPAF is dedicated to being a foundation of excellence that focuses on providing free health & wellness solutions.
What if I Can’t afford my Otsuka medication?
If you don’t have health insurance or can’t afford your prescribed Otsuka medication, the Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation (OPAF) might be able to help you get it at no cost to you. OPAF is a nonprofit organization that assists underinsured and uninsured patients who have been prescribed Otsuka medications.
How do I contact Otsuka America Pharmaceuticals?
It’s important to note that Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. does not control or influence how OPAF distributes funds. Go to OtsukaPatientAssistance.com to learn more. For more information, call OPAF at 1-855-727-6274, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM eastern time.
What is Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation?
The Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (OPAF) is a nonprofit organization that provides eligible patients with prescribed Otsuka medication free of cost. For assistance, please contact a Dedicated Patient Case Coordinator at 1-855-727-6274.
Does Abilify have a patient assistance program?
The Simplefill program is designed to help patients facing chronic conditions pay for their costly medications. To find out how to get help paying for Abilify, learn more about our patient assistance programs and apply today.
What is the best substitute for Abilify?
Besides Abilify and Rexulti, other second-generation antipsychotics include:Geodon (ziprasidone)Risperdal (risperidone)Seroquel (quetiapine)Latuda (lurasidone)Vraylar (cariprazine)Zyprexa (olanzapine)Clozaril (clozapine) has restricted distribution in the US because of its severe side effects.
What is Abilify most commonly prescribed for?
Abilify is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder (manic depression), and major depressive disorder. Abilify may be used alone or with other medications. Abilify is an antipsychotic, antimanic agent.
Why was Abilify taken off the market?
The complaint alleges that Bristol-Myers Squibb promoted the drug for off-label uses including in elderly Alzheimer's patients and that the company violated state consumer protection laws by misrepresenting and minimizing risks of the drug including metabolic and weight gain side effects.
Does Abilify make you want to spend money?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning that compulsive or uncontrollable urges to gamble, binge eat, shop, and have sex have been reported with the use of the antipsychotic drug aripiprazole (Abilify, Abilify Maintena, Aristada, and generics).
Is Abilify an antidepressant or mood stabilizer?
Aripiprazole is used to treat certain mental/mood disorders (such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, Tourette's syndrome, and irritability associated with autistic disorder). It may also be used in combination with other medication to treat depression. Aripiprazole is known as an antipsychotic drug (atypical type).
How common is weight gain with Abilify?
In one small study, about 14% of people who took Abilify for 26 weeks (about 6 months) reported significant weight gain (gained 7% or more of their initial body weight). Other studies also show that weight gain continues to happen over time while taking Abilify.
What time does Otsuka open?
Our foundation is open during our standard business hours of Monday-Friday 8am-8pm EDT.
How to contact OPAF about a hardship?
If you are facing a hardship because of the COVID-19 crisis such as: Changes to your employment status such as losing your job or being temporarily furloughed; Changes in your insurance or medication costs; Please contact OPAF immediately at 1-855-727-6274 to discuss potential assistance.
What is the phone number for OPAF?
If you have any questions, please contact OPAF at 1-855-727-6274 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM EST.
How long does it take to activate OPAF?
The activation process takes less than 3 minutes. Once your account is active, you can send messages to OPAF immediately. To setup your OPAF secure message account follow the steps below: Click on the (button or envelope) below to start the process.
What is Otsuka patient support?
That’s why we created Otsuka Patient Support. It combines resources and tools for patients, their care partners, and their prescribing team, with access to dedicated support from our team. Our commitment to you isn’t just our promise, it’s also our passion.
What is the number to call for a pharmacist?
Patients with questions about the offer should call 1-888-591-9812. Pharmacist:
What is Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation?
The Otsuka Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc (OPAF), is a nonprofit organization that assists underinsured and uninsured patients who have been prescribed Otsuka medications. OPAF has specific eligibility criteria that applicants must meet prior to their approval for assistance.
What is Otsuka Patient Education Network?
That’s why we started the Otsuka Patient Education Network (OPEN), which develops and nurtures projects that give patients, their families, and their caregivers educational resources about diseases they may face.
What is the phone number for Otsuka?
Visit the website to learn more, or for more information about assistance with a specific medication, call OPAF at: 855-727-6274, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 8 PM eastern time. Visit site.
