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What is Remodulin co-pay assistance program?
Remodulin Co-pay Assistance Program: Eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $5 per prescription with savings of up to $8000 per year; for additional information contact the program at 877-864-8437. Form more information phone: 877-864-8437 or Visit website
How do I get Remodulin offers?
Remodulin offers may be in the form of a printable coupon, rebate, savings card, trial offer, or free samples. Some offers may be printed right from a website, others require registration, completing a questionnaire, or obtaining a sample from the doctor's office.
Is there a generic version of Remodulin?
A generic version of Remodulin is available, see treprostinil prices. Remodulin (treprostinil) is a member of the agents for pulmonary hypertension drug class and is commonly used for Pulmonary Hypertension.
What is Remodulin (treprostinil)?
Remodulin (treprostinil) is a member of the agents for pulmonary hypertension drug class and is commonly used for Pulmonary Hypertension. The cost for Remodulin injectable solution (1 mg/mL) is around $1,350 for a supply of 20 milliliters, depending on the pharmacy you visit.
What is remodulin used for?
Remodulin is a prescription medication used to treat adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH; WHO Group 1), which is high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs. Remodulin can reduce symptoms associated with exercise. Remodulin was studied mainly in patients with NYHA Functional Class II-IV symptoms.
What to tell your healthcare provider before taking Remodulin?
Before you take Remodulin, tell your healthcare provider if you: Have other medical conditions or take other medicines that may affect your use of Remodulin by increasing the risk of side effects or decreasing the drug’s effectiveness. Have liver or kidney problems.
Is remodulin approved for PAH?
In people with PAH who need to switch from epoprostenol, Remodulin is approved to slow the worsening of symptoms. REMISIconOct19. To learn more about Remodulin, talk with your healthcare provider. Please see Full Prescribing Information at www.remodulin.com or call Customer Service at 1-877-UNITHER (1-877-864-8437).
Can remodulin be adjusted?
Have liver or kidney problems. Your Remodulin dose may need to be adjusted if you have liver problems.
How to learn more about Remodulin?
To learn more about Remodulin, talk with your healthcare provider. Please see Full Prescribing Information at www.remodulin.com or call Customer Service at 1-877-UNITHER (1-877-864-8437).
Is remodulin IV or IV?
Continuous intravenous (IV) infusions of Remodulin delivered using an external infusion pump, with a tube placed in a central vein within the chest, are associated with the risk of blood stream infections and sepsis, which may be fatal. Therefore, continuous subcutaneous (SC) infusion delivered just beneath the skin is the preferred type of delivery.
Does remodulin cause arm swelling?
IV infusion of Re modulin delivered through an external pump has been associated with the risk of blood stream infections, arm swelling, tingling sensations, bruising, and pain.
What to tell your healthcare provider before taking Remodulin?
Before you take Remodulin, tell your healthcare provider if you: Have other medical conditions or take other medicines that may affect your use of Remodulin by increasing the risk of side effects or decreasing the drug’s effectiveness.
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Is remodulin safe for children?
Remodulin was studied mainly in patients with NYHA Functional Class II-IV symptoms. It is not known if Remodulin is safe and effective in children. In people with PAH who need to switch from epoprostenol, Remodulin is approved to slow the worsening of symptoms.
Is remodulin IV or IV?
Continuous intravenous (IV) infusions of Remodulin delivered using an external infusion pump, with a tube placed in a central vein within the chest, are associated with the risk of blood stream infections and sepsis, which may be fatal. Therefore, continuous subcutaneous (SC) infusion delivered just beneath the skin is the preferred type of delivery.
Can remodulin harm a baby?
Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant. It is not known if Remodulin will harm your unborn baby or if Remodulin passes into your breast milk.
Does remodulin cause rash?
These are not all the possible side effects of Remodulin.
Does remodulin cause blood pressure to increase?
Bleeding problems. Remodulin may increase the risk of bleed ing in people who take blood thinners (anticoagulants).
How do my patients enroll in this program?
Your patients must be 18 years or older and understand and agree to comply with the eligibility requirements and terms of use.
Why is remodulin used in PAH?
In patients with PAH requiring transition from epoprostenol, Remodulin is indicated to diminish the rate of clinical deterioration. Consider the risks and benefits of each drug prior to transition.
What are the side effects of SC remodulin?
In clinical studies of SC Remodulin infusion, the most common adverse events reported were infusion site pain and infusion site reaction (redness, swelling, and rash). These symptoms were sometimes severe and sometimes required treatment with narcotics or discontinuation of Remodulin. The IV infusion of Remodulin with an external infusion pump has been associated with a risk of blood stream infections, arm swelling, paresthesias, hematoma, and pain. Other common adverse events (≥3% more than placebo) seen with either SC or IV Remodulin were headache (27% vs. 23%), diarrhea (25% vs. 16%), nausea (22% vs. 18%), rash (14% vs. 11%), jaw pain (13% vs. 5%), vasodilatation (11% vs. 5%), edema (9% vs. 3%), and hypotension (4% vs. 2%).
What is remodulin iassist?
Remodulin is simplifying the referral process with iAssist, a centralized hub that helps initiate and facilitate the referral process for you and your patients. At no cost to you, treatment with Remodulin now comes with a streamlined solution that includes:
Why do you titrate slowly?
Titrate slowly in patients with hepatic or renal insufficiency, because such patients will likely be exposed to greater systemic concentrations relative to patients with normal hepatic or renal function.
When is remodulin dosage adjustment necessary?
Remodulin dosage adjustment may be necessary if inhibitors or inducers of CYP2C8 are added or withdrawn.
What does an assist advisor do?
Once your patients start Remodulin treatment, an ASSIST advisor will work with you, your patients, and the Specialty Pharmacy to help them understand their insurance coverage, answer questions, and discuss financial assistance options.
What is remodulin used for?
Remodulin (treprostinil) is a member of the agents for pulmonary hypertension drug class and is commonly used for Pulmonary Hypertension.
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 remodulin generic?
A generic version of Remodulin is available, see treprostinil prices.
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.
Remodulin Co-Pay Assistance Card
If you have a commercial or private insurance plan, we offer a co-pay assistance card to help cover some of your out-of-pocket expenses.
Patient Assistance Program (PAP)
United Therapeutics offers a free medication program for uninsured and underinsured patients who meet eligibility requirements.
Other financial support resources
There are independent Patient Assistance Programs* available that offer financial assistance to PAH patients in need. Known patient assistance programs that support PAH are listed below, in no particular order.
What is Remodulin?
Remodulin is a prescription medication used to treat adults with pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH; WHO Group 1), which is high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs. Remodulin can reduce symptoms associated with exercise. Remodulin was studied mainly in patients with NYHA Functional Class II-IV symptoms.
Remodulin Co-Pay Assistance Card
For patients with commercial or private insurance plans, we offer a co-pay card to help patients cover some of their out-of-pocket expenses.
Patient Assistance Program (PAP) for uninsured or underinsured patients
If your patient does not have insurance, their insurance does not cover the medication, or they are underinsured, United Therapeutics offers medication free of charge to eligible patients. Please contact ASSIST to check your patient’s eligibility.
Important Reminder
Please remind your patients to keep the Specialty Pharmacy informed about their current insurance status.
Indication
Remodulin is a prostacyclin vasodilator indicated for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH; WHO Group 1) to diminish symptoms associated with exercise.
Important Safety Information for Remodulin
Chronic intravenous (IV) infusions of Remodulin delivered using an external infusion pump with an indwelling central venous catheter are associated with the risk of blood stream infections (BSI) and sepsis, which may be fatal. Therefore, continuous subcutaneous (SC) infusion is the preferred mode of administration.
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 is used to treat a type of high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary arterial hypertension). It works by causing the blood vessels (arteries) in the lungs to relax and expand, thus decreasing the pressure.
How To Use
Inject this medication directly into the skin (subcutaneous, SQ) continuously, using an infusion pump, or use as directed by your doctor. This medication should be started in a hospital/clinic. Do not suddenly decrease the dose or stop using this medication, unless directed to do so by your doctor.
Side Effects
Nausea, headache, dizziness, jaw pain, diarrhea, flushing, joint/muscle aches, sweating, or redness/swelling/pain at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: swelling of face/legs, stomach pain.
Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver problems, bleeding problems, any allergies. This drug may make you dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages as they may intensify the dizziness effect of this medication.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: "water pills" (e.g., furosemide, torsemide), "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin, heparins), blood pressure medication (e.g., captopril, lisinopril, nifedipine), vasodilators (e.g., hydralazine, nitrates), digoxin.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness, fainting.
What are the side effects of SC remodulin?
In clinical studies of SC Remodulin infusion, the most common adverse events reported were infusion site pain and infusion site reaction (redness, swelling, and rash). These symptoms were sometimes severe and sometimes required treatment with narcotics or discontinuation of Remodulin. The IV infusion of Remodulin with an external infusion pump has been associated with a risk of blood stream infections, arm swelling, paresthesias, hematoma, and pain. Other common adverse events (≥3% more than placebo) seen with either SC or IV Remodulin were headache (27% vs. 23%), diarrhea (25% vs. 16%), nausea (22% vs. 18%), rash (14% vs. 11%) jaw pain (13% vs. 5%), vasodilatation (11% vs. 5%), edema (9% vs. 3%), and hypotension (4% vs. 2%).
Why is remodulin used in PAH?
In patients with PAH requiring transition from epoprostenol, Remodulin is indicated to diminish the rate of clinical deterioration. Consider the risks and benefits of each drug prior to transition.
Why do you titrate slowly?
Titrate slowly in patients with hepatic or renal insufficiency, because such patients will likely be exposed to greater systemic concentrations relative to patients with normal hepatic or renal function.
When is remodulin dosage adjustment necessary?
Remodulin dosage adjustment may be necessary if inhibitors or inducers of CYP2C8 are added or withdrawn.
Is remodulin safe for children?
Safety and effectiveness of Remodulin in pediatric patients have not been established.
Is remodulin IV or SC?
Chronic intravenous (IV) infusions of Remodulin delivered using an external infusion pump with an indwelling central venous catheter are associated with the risk of blood stream infections (BSI) and sepsis, which may be fatal. Therefore, continuous subcutaneous (SC) infusion is the preferred mode of administration.