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What is Plegridy?
PLEGRIDY is a prescription medicine used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease in adults. It is not known if PLEGRIDY is safe and effective in people under 18 or over 65 years of age. Important Safety Information
What is the Plegridy Biogen copay program?
Plegridy Biogen Copay Program: Eligible commercially insured patients may have their medication cost lowered to as little as $0; for additional information contact the 800-456-2255.
Do patients have to sign the start form to receive Plegridy?
While patients are not required to sign the Start Form in order to receive PLEGRIDY, signing both lines will expedite their enrollment in Biogen Support Services,which provides a variety of financial and insurance assistance options to help your patients get started on PLEGRIDY (see PLEGRIDYHCP.comfor eligibility guidelines).
How is Plegridy used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS)?
In multiple sclerosis patients taking 125 microgram subcutaneous doses of PLEGRIDY every 14 days, the estimated volume of distribution was 481 liters. Metabolism and Elimination Clearance mechanisms for PLEGRIDY include catabolism and excretion. The major pathway of elimination is renal.
Is PLEGRIDY covered by Medicare?
Medicare prescription drug plans typically list Plegridy on Tier 5 of their formulary. Generally, the higher the tier, the more you have to pay for the medication.
What does PLEGRIDY cost?
The price of Plegridy is $22,000 per year. Much of the cost may be reimbursed through private and group health plans for people who meet the prescribing criteria and through provincial drug programs for individuals who meet the prescribing criteria.
What does PLEGRIDY treat?
PLEGRIDY® (peginterferon beta-1a) is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
Is PLEGRIDY FDA approved?
PLEGRIDY was first approved by the FDA in 2014 and is proven to significantly reduce MS relapses, disability progression and brain lesions with a well-understood safety and tolerability profile. It is available in more than 60 countries.
Can Plegridy cause liver problems?
Serious side effects and their symptoms can include: Liver injury, such as hepatitis (inflammation in your liver). Symptoms can include: jaundice (yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes)
How long do the side effects of Plegridy last?
1. Consider the timing of your Plegridy injection. The start and end of flu-like symptoms are different for every patient. On average, flu-like symptoms begin approximately 10 hours after injection and last for about 17 hours.
What are the side effects of Plegridy?
What Are Side Effects of Plegridy?injection site reactions (redness, itching, pain, swelling, warmth, rash, bruising),flu-like illness,fever,headache,muscle or joint pain,chills,weakness,nausea, and.More items...
How often is Plegridy given?
The recommended full dose of PLEGRIDY is 125 mcg by SC or IM injection 1 time every 14 days. PLEGRIDY is titrated at doses of 63 mcg (dose 1, day 1) and 94 mcg (dose 2, day 15) prior to receiving the full dose (125 mcg).
Can you drink alcohol when taking Plegridy?
Peginterferon beta-1a may cause liver problems, and using it with other medications that can also affect the liver such as ethanol may increase that risk. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications.
How is Plegridy administered?
Plegridy is administered by subcutaneous (SC) injection under the skin. It may also be administered intramuscularly (IM) by your healthcare provider.
Is Plegridy a biologic?
Plegridy (peginterferon beta-1a) is an injectable biologic used for the treatment of relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). It was one of the first injectable medications used for MS.
Who makes Plegridy?
Biogen has announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new intramuscular (IM) injection route of administration for Plegridy (peginterferon beta-1a) for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS).
Does Plegridy lower the immune system?
Plegridy suppresses the immune system and decreases the number of white blood cells in the body which may reduce a person's ability to fight infection.
Does Plegridy suppress the immune system?
Yes, Plegridy is an immunosuppressant because it affects how the immune system works. It is thought to work by stopping the immune system from attacking the myelin sheath. Plegridy does not cure MS but it helps reduce the symptoms of MS and decrease the number of relapses.
Where do you inject Plegridy?
Plegridy Pen should be injected into your thigh, stomach area (abdomen) or the back of your upper arm (See Figure G). o Do not inject into an area of your body where the skin is irritated, reddened, bruised, infected or scarred.
How much does Plegridy cost UK?
The list price for Plegridy is £327.00 per pre-filled pen containing 125 micrograms (excluding VAT, BNF online, November 2017).
What is a plegridy?
Plegridy (peginterferon beta-1a) is a member of the interferons drug class and is commonly used for Multiple Sclerosis.
What is the phone number for Plegridy Biogen?
Plegridy Biogen Support Services: Eligible uninsured patients in need may qualify for financial support and other services with this program; for additional information contact the program at 800-456-2255.
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.
What is a pleginterferon?
PLEGRIDY®(peginterferon beta-1a) is an interferon beta indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults.
What are the most common adverse reactions to pluridy?
The most common adverse reactions in clinical trials of subcutaneous PLEGRIDY (incidence ≥10% and at least 2% more frequent on PLEGRIDY than on placebo) were injection site erythema, influenza-like illness, pyrexia, headache, myalgia, chills, injection site pain, asthenia, injection site pruritus, and arthralgia
What is mybiogen online?
myBiogen is an online resource for starting and keeping patients on therapy
Is plegy contraindicated?
PLEGRIDY is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to natural or recombinant interferon beta or peginterferon, or any other component of the formulation
What are the side effects of plegy?
What is the most important information I should know about PLEGRIDY? PLEGRIDY can cause serious side effects, including: • Liver problems, or worsening of liver problems, including liver failure and death. Symptoms may include yellowing of your skin or the white part of your eye, nausea, loss of appetite, tiredness, bleeding more easily than normal, confusion, sleepiness, dark colored urine, and pale stools . During your treatment with PLEGRIDY you will need to see your healthcare provider regularly. You will have regular blood tests to check for these possible side effects
What are the symptoms of a plegy?
Symptoms may include yellowing of your skin or the white part of your eye, nausea, loss of appetite, tiredness, bleeding more easily than normal, confusion, sleepiness, dark colored urine, and pale stools. During your treatment with PLEGRIDY you will need to see your healthcare provider regularly.
How to contact Biogen support?
Get support today by calling 1-800-456-2255. Hablamos español. Support is here if you need it through Biogen Support Services
What is a pleginterferon beta-1a?
What is PLEGRIDY®(peginterferon beta-1a)? PLEGRIDY is a prescription medicine used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS), to include clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease, in adults. It is not known if PLEGRIDY is safe ...
Who fills out the start form?
Your doctor fills out the rest of the Start Form.
Can plegy cause headaches?
headache, muscle and joint aches, fever, chills, or tiredness. These are not all of the possible side effects of PLEGRIDY. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information and Medication Guide starting on page 5. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment.
