Is there copay assistance available for Sublocade?
There is copay assistance offered through the INSUPPORT®Copay Assistance Program, which may help eligible patients with their out-of-pocket costs for SUBLOCADE. If a patient is eligible for copay assistance, they may pay as little as $5 per monthly dose of SUBLOCADE.
Who can prescribe and administer Sublocade?
Only providers who are enrolled in the REMS program can prescribe and administer SUBLOCADE.1 *The Insupport Copay Assistance Program is valid only for patients with private insurance who are prescribed SUBLOCADE for on‑label use.
Where can I find information on the Sublocade® access and reimbursement processes?
Visit the INSUPPORT website for resources such as forms, practice and patient tools, INSUPPORT® materials, and instructional videos to provide information on the access and reimbursement processes on behalf of patients seeking treatment with SUBLOCADE.
Can I buy Sublocade in a pharmacy?
SUBLOCADE is not available in retail pharmacies. Your SUBLOCADE injection will only be given to you by a certified healthcare provider. SUBLOCADE contains an opioid medicine called buprenorphine that can cause serious and life-threatening breathing problems, especially if you take or use certain other medicines or drugs.
Does the bump from Sublocade go away?
After the injection, the medication forms a small bump under the skin. The bump can last from four weeks up to a few months, but it will gradually go away. After the injection, some people feel a little bit sleepy. Most people feel completely normal.
How long do people stay on Sublocade?
In most people, no trace of Sublocade would be found after 172 to 300 days.
What is the success rate of Sublocade?
In a clinical study, people treated with SUBLOCADE were 14x * more likely to achieve treatment success. 28% of people with SUBLOCADE plus counseling compared to 2% of people with placebo plus counseling. In a 24-week study, treatment success was defined as opioid-free at least 80% of the weeks in treatment.
Is Sublocade covered by Medicare?
Sublocade is usually not covered under Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans, but is covered under Medicare Part B as a medical benefit.
Can you take Suboxone while you are on Sublocade?
Sublocade and Suboxone both contain the active drug buprenorphine. So treatment with both medications at once could increase the risk of side effects. And it would likely cause overdose. It's possible that you'll switch from Suboxone to Sublocade during your treatment course.
How often does Sublocade release?
SUBLOCADE comes in 2 doses: 300 mg and 100 mg. You'll receive a dose once a month (with at least 26 days between doses). Your treatment provider will start with 300 mg to help the medication reach an effective level in your body.
How quickly does Sublocade work?
Sublocade starts working almost straight away with good levels reached within a few hours. Studies show it takes, on average, 24 hours for buprenorphine (the ingredient in Sublocade) to reach maximum levels (peak) after a Sublocade injection.
Is Sublocade a narcotic?
Sublocade is an opioid medication, sometimes called a narcotic. Sublocade injection is used to treat opioid addiction. It is not for use as a pain medication.
Is Sublocade used for pain?
Sublocade is used to treat opioid addiction. Sublocade is not for use as a pain medication. Sublocade is given to people who have started addiction treatment with an oral form of buprenorphine placed under the tongue or inside the cheek (such as Suboxone or Subutex).
What is the generic of Sublocade?
Costs. Sublocade and Suboxone are both brand-name drugs. There are currently no generic forms of Sublocade.
How do you bill a Sublocade injection?
Q9991.Injection, buprenorphine extended-release.(Sublocade), less than or equal to 100 mg.Q9992.Injection, buprenorphine extended-release.(Sublocade), greater than 100 mg.More items...
What drugs does Medicare not pay for?
Medicare does not cover:Drugs used to treat anorexia, weight loss, or weight gain. ... Fertility drugs.Drugs used for cosmetic purposes or hair growth. ... Drugs that are only for the relief of cold or cough symptoms.Drugs used to treat erectile dysfunction.More items...
How long does it take for Sublocade to kick in?
by Drugs.com Sublocade starts working almost straight away with good levels reached within a few hours. Studies show it takes, on average, 24 hours for buprenorphine (the ingredient in Sublocade) to reach maximum levels (peak) after a Sublocade injection.
How does Sublocade make you feel?
Feeling sleepy or tired It's possible that treatment with Sublocade could cause sleepiness or tiredness. The drug could also cause you to have slow reaction times. These side effects are common, especially: within the first few days after you have your first Sublocade injection.
Is Sublocade a narcotic?
Sublocade is an opioid medication, sometimes called a narcotic. Sublocade injection is used to treat opioid addiction. It is not for use as a pain medication.
What are the side effects of Sublocade?
The most common side effects of SUBLOCADE include:constipation.headache.nausea.injection site itching.vomiting.increase in liver enzymes.tiredness.injection site pain.
How much does Sublocade cost?
The cost for Sublocade subcutaneous solution, extended release (100 mg/0.5 mL) is around $1,828 for a supply of 0.5 milliliters, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans.
How much does a free drug card save?
The free Drugs.com Discount Card works like a coupon and can save you up to 80% or more off the cost of prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs and pet prescriptions.
Is Sublocade a generic?
Sublocade is available as a brand name drug only, a generic version is not yet available. For more information, read about generic Sublocade availability . This Sublocade price guide is based on using the Drugs.com discount card which is accepted at most U.S. pharmacies.
When there is a range of pricing, should consumers expect to pay the lower price?
Important: When there is a range of pricing, consumers should normally expect to pay the lower price. However, due to stock shortages and other unknown variables we cannot provide any guarantee.
Why is sublacade only available in veins?
Because of the serious risk of potential harm or death from self-injecting SUBLOCADE into a vein (intravenously), it is only available through a restricted program called the SUBLOCADE REMS Program.
What is a sublocade?
SUBLOCADE is part of a complete treatment plan that should include counseling. For more information about SUBLOCADE, see the full Prescribing Information including BOXED WARNING, and Medication Guideor talk to your healthcare provider. For REMS information visit www.sublocadeREMS.com.
What is a patient alert card?
In case of a medical emergency, healthcare providers may ask for a person's medical history to help choose the appropriate medication. This Patient Alert Card will let healthcare providers know if someone is on buprenorphine extended-release. For a person on SUBLOCADE, it is important to instruct a family member or friend to, in the event of an emergency, inform the medical staff that the person is physically dependent on opioids and is being treated with SUBLOCADE.
What to do if you overdose on naloxone?
If naloxone is given, you must call 911 or get emergency medical help right away to treat overdose or accidental use of an opioid.
What is the SAMHSA?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) also provides treatment information. Visit the SAMHSA websiteto find a facility near you that can provide treatment based on patient-specific criteria. Download steps for using SAMHSA's
What does it mean when your urine turns yellow?
light colored stools (bowel movements) loss of appetite. pain, aching, or tenderness on the right side of your stomach area. nausea.
Does Indivior recommend HCP?
Indivior does not warrant, whether expressed or implied, that the Locator is accurate or complete. Indivior does not recommend or endorse any HCP included in the Loc ator for any purpose, nor is the Locator a tool to verify a specific HCP's credentials or qualifications.
Why is sublacade only available in veins?
Because of the serious risk of potential harm or death from self-injecting SUBLOCADE into a vein (intravenously), it is only available through a restricted program called the SUBLOCADE REMS Program.
What is a sublocade?
SUBLOCADE is part of a complete treatment plan that should include counseling. For more information about SUBLOCADE, see the full Prescribing Information including BOXED WARNING, and Medication Guideor talk to your healthcare provider. For REMS information visit www.sublocadeREMS.com.
What is the SAMHSA?
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) also provides treatment information. Visit the SAMHSA websiteto find a facility near you that can provide treatment based on patient-specific criteria. Download steps for using SAMHSA's
Does Indivior recommend HCP?
Indivior does not warrant, whether expressed or implied, that the Locator is accurate or complete. Indivior does not recommend or endorse any HCP included in the Locator for any purpose, nor is the Locator a tool to verify a specific HCP's credentials or qualifications.
Can buprenorphine cause death?
Death has been reported in those who are not opioid dependent who received buprenorphine sublingually.
What does it mean when your urine turns yellow?
light colored stools (bowel movements) loss of appetite. pain, aching, or tenderness on the right side of your stomach area. nausea.
Can suclocade cause breathing problems?
SUBLOCADE may cause serious and life‐threatening breathing problems. Get emergency help right away if you:
How to enroll in Reckitt Benckiser?
Fill out the program enrollment form located to your right. If you don't see an enrollment form available please call Reckitt Benckiser 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.
When did Reckitt buy Boots?
Looking to enter the over the counter healthcare market, Reckitt purchased Boots Healthcare International in 2006. Suboxone is an opiate medication launched by Reckitt Benckiser in 2002. Suboxone has been approved by the FDA to treat opiate dependency.
Where was Reckitt Benckiser made?
Reckitt Benckiser began in 1814 by Jeremiah Colman in Norwich, UK as a flour and mustard milling plant. About thirty years later, the company was passed on to his sons, who begin manufacturing such household products as starch, as well as washing blue and black lead for polishing.
How many Americans can't afford medication?
There are over 100 million Americans that either can‚t afford their medication or are struggling to afford their medication. We aim to help each and every American in that situation.
Does Reckitt Benckiser provide Suboxone?
Suboxone Patient Assistance Program, a patient assistance program provided by Reckitt Benckiser, offers a month long supply of Suboxone at no cost to those who are eligible for the program . Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
How can you get free Sublocade?
I would recommend checking the website, Sublocade.com. There is a “savings” tab on the menu. For now, when you click on that tab, it goes to a page about the copay assistance program. I believe that this is the page that will soon have information about a full patient assistance program to provide free Sublocade.
How many patients can you have on Suboxone?
The Here To Help program is specifically for Suboxone. Each doctor is allowed to have up to three patients on the program at a time. These patients are given a card that pays for up to one year of Suboxone. Since there is no such program for Sublocade yet, this may be a good alternative.
Can you get Zubsolv for free?
While I have written about free medication programs in the past, I will repeat some of the information briefly here. It is possible to get ZubSolv for free with special vouchers. There is also a ZubSolv patient assistance program. There are a variety of discount cards. One excellent discount card is GoodRx, which provides significant discounts on generic medications.
Is Suboxone free?
Free Suboxone has been available for years. For patients in need, the Here To Help program provides up to one year of free medicine. This program comes from the makers of Suboxone. Fortunately, the same company also makes Sublocade. They are already planning to provide free Sublocade therapy to people who need it.
How much is a sublacade injection?
as little as $5 per injection of SUBLOCADE.
When do you have to reenroll in the Insupport Copay Assistance Program?
If your initial enrollment into the INSUPPORT Copay Assistance Program is between October 1st and December 31st, you will not have to re-enroll in the program at the beginning of the subsequent calendar year. As a result, your first enrollment period may be up to 15 months, and any subsequent enrollment periods will be one calendar year.
What happens if your financial responsibility for the medication is greater than the maximum benefit per injection?
If your financial responsibility for the medication is greater than the maximum benefit per injection, you will be responsible for any remaining costs not covered by the copay assistance benefit dollars.
Is the Copay Assistance Program valid for out of pocket costs?
The benefit available under the Copay Assistance Program is valid for your out-of-pocket cost for SUBLOCADE only. It is not valid for any other out-of-pocket costs (for example, office visit charges or medication administration charges) even if such costs are associated with the administration of the SUBLOCADE. Claims for SUBLOCADE must be submitted by the provider to your private health insurance separately from other services and products.
Is Medicare eligible for copay assistance?
Individuals with government insurance are not eligible for the Copay Assistance Program, including, but not limited to Medicare, Medicaid, Medigap, VA, DOD, TriCare, CHAMPVA or any other federally or state-funded government-assisted program.
Is Copay Assistance Program on label?
The Copay Assistance Program is available to individuals only for "on-label" use.
Can you combine Copay Assistance Program with any other program?
The Copay Assistance Program benefit is non-transferable, limited to one person, and cannot be combined with any other Copay Assistance Program, free trial, discount, prescription savings card, or other offer. Offer has no cash value.
