With the Pulmozyme Co-pay Assistance Program, eligible patients with commercial insurance could pay as little as $30 for a 30-day supply of Pulmozyme. It covers any additional out-of-pocket costs for Pulmozyme, after you pay $30 for each 30-day supply, up to $10,000 per year.
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How can I get financial assistance for Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme Financial Support Center is your resource for checking eligibility and signing up for financial assistance for Pulmozyme. The Pulmozyme Co-pay Program covers any additional out-of-pocket costs for Pulmozyme, after you pay $30 for each 30-day supply, up to $10,000 per year, for most privately insured patients
What is the Pulmozyme co-pay program?
The Pulmozyme Co-pay Program covers any additional out-of-pocket costs for Pulmozyme, after you pay $30 for each 30-day supply, up to $10,000 per year, for most privately insured patients For more details about this program and the Financial Support Center, click "LEARN MORE".
How much does Pulmozyme cost?
The Pulmozyme Co-pay Program helps eligible, commercially insured patients pay as little as $30 per month for Pulmozyme. It covers any additional out-of-pocket costs for Pulmozyme, after you pay $30 for each 30-day supply, up to $10,000 per year, for most privately insured patients.
How much does Pulmozyme cost per month?
Pulmozyme Coupon & Prices - Cost $49 per month.
What is Pulmozyme used for?
This medication is used to improve breathing and reduce the risk of lung infections in people with cystic fibrosis. It is used along with other treatments for this disease (such as chest physical therapy, medications, nutritional supplements).
How often can you give Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme is available for once- or twice-daily administration. The recommended dose for most patients with CF is 2.5 mg once daily (QD); however, some patients over 21 years of age may benefit from 2.5 mg twice-daily (BID) dosing to reduce exacerbation risk.
What is Pulmozyme in cystic fibrosis?
How Pulmozyme works to fight cystic fibrosis. Laboratory studies show that Pulmozyme (dornase alfa) cuts apart extracellular DNA by acting like an enzyme* naturally found in the lungs. By cutting this extracellular DNA, Pulmozyme helps make the thick, sticky mucus that your lungs produce thinner and looser.
How long does it take for Pulmozyme to work?
This recommendation is based on evidence that Pulmozyme® makes CF sputum pourable within 30 minutes (Shak 1990).
What kind of medication is Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis. Pulmozyme may be used alone or with other medications. Pulmozyme belongs to a class of drugs called Enzymes, Mucolytic.
Can you mix Pulmozyme and albuterol?
Pulmozyme should not be diluted or mixed with other medications. Do not use Pulmozyme if the solution is cloudy, discolored or left at room temperature for 24 hours. Pulmozyme should be given after a nebulized bronchodilator (such as albuterol) and before inhaled antibiotics (such as TOBI) if ordered.
How effective is Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme (dornase alfa) QD reduced the risk of CF exacerbations among patients ≥5 years of age with FVC ≥40% of predicted—including those with early CF disease (FVC >85% of predicted).
Do you need a special nebulizer for Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme should only be used with the approved nebulizers and appropriate compressors as recommended below, or with the eRapid Nebulizer System (see other side of this Instructions for Use). Read and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Does Pulmozyme have many adverse effects?
The most common adverse reactions associated with the use of Pulmozyme include: voice alteration, pharyngitis, rash, laryngitis, chest pain, conjunctivitis, rhinitis, decrease in FVC of ≥ 10%, fever, dyspepsia, and dyspnea. There have been no reports of anaphylaxis attributed to the administration of Pulmozyme.
Does Pulmozyme need to be refrigerated?
PULMOZYME must be stored in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F) and protected from light and heat. It should be kept refrigerated during transport and should not be exposed to room temperatures for a total time of 24 hours.
What is the generic name for Pulmozyme?
Generic Name & Formulations: Dornase alfa (recombinant human DNase) 1mg/mL; soln for inh; preservative-free.
How effective is Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme (dornase alfa) QD reduced the risk of CF exacerbations among patients ≥5 years of age with FVC ≥40% of predicted—including those with early CF disease (FVC >85% of predicted).
Can you mix albuterol and Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme should not be diluted or mixed with other medications. Do not use Pulmozyme if the solution is cloudy, discolored or left at room temperature for 24 hours. Pulmozyme should be given after a nebulized bronchodilator (such as albuterol) and before inhaled antibiotics (such as TOBI) if ordered.
Is Pulmozyme a mucolytic?
Dornase alfa (Pulmozyme®) is an inhaled medication that thins mucus. Sometimes referred to as a mucolytic or DNase, dornase alfa acts like scissors by cutting up the long DNA strands contained in white blood cells.
Do you need a special nebulizer for Pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme should only be used with the approved nebulizers and appropriate compressors as recommended below, or with the eRapid Nebulizer System (see other side of this Instructions for Use). Read and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
What is the financial support center for pulmozyme?
Pulmozyme Financial Support Center is your resource for checking eligibility and signing up for financial assistance for Pulmozyme. Below are options to help you no matter what type of insurance you have.
How much does Pulmozyme cost?
Provides assistance to patients with commercial health insurance. Insured patients pay as little as $30 per month for Pulmozyme. It covers any additional out-of-pocket costs for Pulmozyme, after you pay $30 for each 30-day supply, up to $10,000 per year, for most privately insured patients.
What is the number to call a pharmacy?
Due to privacy policies, healthcare professionals or specialty pharmacies who do not have an account must call 1-877-794-8723.
Important Note
The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
Uses
This medication works in the lungs to break up thick, sticky mucous that clogs airways. It helps improve breathing and reduces the risk of lung infections in persons with cystic fibrosis. This is used with other medications and physical therapy in the management of cystic fibrosis.
How To Use
This medication is inhaled into the lungs using special breathing machine called a nebulizer usually once or twice a day as prescribed. A health care professional will demonstrate the proper way to prepare the medication and use the machine. Do not increase your dose or take this more frequently than directed.
Side Effects
Laryngitis, hoarseness or dry throat may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: unusual coughing or wheezing, a rash, chest pain, irritation or redness of the eyes, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription or medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
How to contact Pulmozyme Access Solutions?
Call Pulmozyme Access Solutions at (800) 690-3023 for a referral. These foundations may be able to help you. Please check their websites for up-to-date information.
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