How do people afford STELARA?
We provide cost support directly to patients through the STELARA withMe Savings Program. This benefit is intended to help eligible patients afford their out-of-pocket obligations as set by their health plans. The cost support is meant solely for patients—not health plans and/or their partners.
How much does a shot of STELARA cost?
The cost for Stelara subcutaneous solution (45 mg/0.5 mL) is around $13,434 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....Subcutaneous Solution.QuantityPer unitPrice1 milliliter$26,857.96$26,857.96
How much does STELARA cost per month?
Prices will also vary by retailer. As a guide, you'll pay around $26,500 for 1 ml of Stelara 90 mg/mL subcutaneous solution. With NiceRx you'll always pay a flat monthly fee of $49.
Is STELARA free?
STELARA withMe Savings Program is based on medication costs only and does not include costs to give you your treatment. This program is only available for people age 6 and older using commercial or private health insurance and must pay an out-of-pocket cost for their Janssen medication.
Is STELARA on the sad list?
At the outset of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE), several MACs added ustekinumab (Stelara) to the SAD list (which will take effect 45-days after the PHE ends). Ustekinumab has a number of approved clinical indications, including plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and Crohn's disease.
How long can you stay on STELARA?
It is important that you tell your doctor about any new symptoms you notice. This will help prevent any potential complications or catch them at an early stage. Your IBD team should give you a check-up to see whether you should continue having Stelara after 12 months of treatment.
Is STELARA better than Humira?
Though Stelara measured up to AbbVie's leading med, it failed to top Humira in any efficacy measure in the study, called Seavue. At the 52-week mark, 64.9% of Stelara patients had hit clinical remission, compared with 61% of patients taking Humira—a numerical difference, but not a statistically significant one.
When will STELARA go generic?
When Will the Generic Be Available? Some or all forms of Stelara may become available as generic ustekinumab after September 2023, depending on FDA approval and patent expiration. It is possible that Stelara may become available as generic ustekinumab after September 2023.
Does STELARA weaken your immune system?
STELARA® may decrease the activity of your immune system and increase your risk for certain types of cancer.
What happens if you stop taking STELARA?
Are there any side effects from stopping Stelara treatment? No, stopping Stelara use shouldn't cause side effects. However, if you stop taking Stelara, the condition you're taking it to treat may come back or get worse.
What tier drug is STELARA?
What drug tier is Stelara typically on? Medicare prescription drug plans typically list Stelara on Tier 5 of their formulary. Generally, the higher the tier, the more you have to pay for the medication.
Does STELARA reduce inflammation?
STELARA® targets an overactive immune system and is the only biologic that works by blocking two proteins, IL-23 and IL-12, which may play a role in psoriatic arthritis. By blocking these proteins, STELARA® may help reduce the inflammation that causes both the joint and skin symptoms.
How often do you inject STELARA?
STELARA® is a 45 mg or 90 mg injection given under the skin, as directed by your doctor. To start, you'll get doses at weeks 0, 4, and then every 12 weeks after that. Your doctor can administer it, or you (or a caregiver) can inject at your home after proper training.
Is there a generic version of STELARA?
There are currently no generic alternatives to Stelara.
Is STELARA better than Humira?
Though Stelara measured up to AbbVie's leading med, it failed to top Humira in any efficacy measure in the study, called Seavue. At the 52-week mark, 64.9% of Stelara patients had hit clinical remission, compared with 61% of patients taking Humira—a numerical difference, but not a statistically significant one.
Is there weight gain with STELARA?
Can Stelara cause weight gain? No. Weight gain wasn't reported as a side effect by people taking Stelara in clinical trials. However, people with Crohn's disease, which Stelara is approved to treat, often experience weight loss.
What Is STELARA ®?
STELARA ® is a prescription medicine used to treat adults 18 years and older with moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease.
How long after stopping stalara can you get BCG?
You should not receive the BCG vaccine during the one year before receiving STELARA® or one year after you stop receiving STELARA®.
What is the best treatment for psoriasis?
STELARA ® is a prescription medicine used to treat adults and children 6 years and older with moderate to severe psoriasis who may benefit from taking injections or pills (systemic therapy) or phototherapy (treatment using ultraviolet light alone or with pills).
Can you get a lung infection with stalara?
Cases of lung inflammation have happened in some people who receive STELARA ® and may be serious. These lung problems may need to be treated in a hospital. Tell your doctor right away if you develop shortness of breath or a cough that doesn’t go away during treatment with STELARA ® .
Can you get a rash from a stala?
Serious allergic reactions can occur. Stop using STELARA ® and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction such as: feeling faint, swelling of your face, eyelids, tongue, or throat, chest tightness, or skin rash.
Does STELARA cause death?
People who have a genetic problem where the body does not make any of the proteins interleukin 12 (IL-12) and interleukin 23 (IL-23) are at a higher risk for certain serious infections that can spread throughout the body and cause death. People who take STELARA ® may also be more likely to get these infections.
Can you get a rash from a stala?
Serious allergic reactions can occur. Stop using STELARA ® and get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction such as: feeling faint, swelling of your face, eyelids, tongue, or throat, chest tightness, or skin rash.
Can you get a lung infection with stalara?
Cases of lung inflammation have happened in some people who receive STELARA ® and may be serious. These lung problems may need to be treated in a hospital. Tell your doctor right away if you develop shortness of breath or a cough that doesn’t go away during treatment with STELARA ® .
Does STELARA cause death?
People who have a genetic problem where the body does not make any of the proteins interleukin 12 (IL‐12) and interleukin 23 (IL‐23) are at a higher risk for certain serious infections that can spread throughout the body and cause death. People who take STELARA ® may also be more likely to get these infections.
What is a stalera?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.
What is the phone number for Janssen Carepath?
If you have any questions, please call a Janssen CarePath Care Coordinator at 877-CarePath (877-227-3728) , Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET. Multilingual phone support is available.
Can you administer stalara to TB patients?
Evaluate patients for TB prior to initiating treatment with STELARA ®. Do not administer STELARA ® to patients with active tuberculosis infection . Initiate treatment of latent TB before administering STELARA ®. Closely monitor patients receiving STELARA ® for signs and symptoms of active TB during and after treatment.
Is PRES a reversible encephalopathy?
Two cases of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), also known as Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS), were reported in clinical trials. Cases have also been reported in postmarketing experience in patients with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and Crohn’s disease. Clinical presentation included headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, and imaging changes consistent with PRES a few days to several months after ustekinumab initiation. A few cases reported latency of a year or longer. Patients recovered with supportive care following withdrawal of ustekinumab.
Can you discontinue Stelara?
Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, have been reported with STELARA ®. If an anaphylactic or other clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs , institute appropriate therapy and discontinue STELARA ® .
Can you take stelara with methotrexate?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis. STELARA ® can be used alone or in combination with methotrexate (MTX).
What is a stalera?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.
Can you submit a completed enrollment form to Janssen CarePath?
Or patients can submit a completed enrollment form to Janssen CarePath .
Can you administer stalara to TB patients?
Evaluate patients for TB prior to initiating treatment with STELARA ®. Do not administer STELARA ® to patients with active tuberculosis infection . Initiate treatment of latent TB before administering STELARA ®. Closely monitor patients receiving STELARA ® for signs and symptoms of active TB during and after treatment.
Is PRES a reversible encephalopathy?
Two cases of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), also known as Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS), were reported in clinical trials. Cases have also been reported in postmarketing experience in patients with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and Crohn’s disease. Clinical presentation included headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, and imaging changes consistent with PRES a few days to several months after ustekinumab initiation. A few cases reported latency of a year or longer. Patients recovered with supportive care following withdrawal of ustekinumab.
Can you discontinue Stelara?
Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, have been reported with STELARA ®. If an anaphylactic or other clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs , institute appropriate therapy and discontinue STELARA ® .
Can you take stelara with methotrexate?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis. STELARA ® can be used alone or in combination with methotrexate (MTX).
How much does stalara cost?
Eligible patients using commercial or private insurance can save on out-of-pocket medication costs for STELARA ®. Eligible patients pay $5 for each dose, with a $20,000 maximum program benefit per calendar year. Not valid for patients using Medicare, Medicaid, or other government-funded programs to pay for their medications. Terms expire at the end of each calendar year and may change. There is no income requirement. Program does not cover the cost to give you your treatment. This is based on information licensed from IQVIA™: IQVIA™ Out of Pocket Cost (OPC Tool) for the period January 2019 - December 2019, reflecting estimates of real-world activity. All rights reserved. See full eligibility requirements .
Does IQVIA include medical claims?
Costs do not include medical claims, induction doses, or the cost of giving you a dose. This is based on information licensed from IQVIA™: IQVIA™ Out of Pocket Cost (OPC Tool) for the period January 2019 - December 2019, reflecting estimates of real-world activity. All rights reserved.
Does Janssen CarePath help with out of pocket medication?
Janssen CarePath can provide information about independent resources that may be able to help with your out-of-pocket medication costs. Visit JanssenPrescriptionAssistance.com to learn more.
What is stelara used for?
Stelara (ustekinumab) is a member of the interleukin inhibitors drug class and is commonly used for Crohn's Disease, Plaque Psoriasis, Psoriasis, and others.
How much does Stelara Janssen CarePath save?
Stelara Janssen CarePath Savings Program: Most commercially insured patients may pay $5 copay per month with savings of up to $20,000 per year on out-of-pocket costs; for additional information contact the program at 877-227-3728.
What is a stalera?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease.
Can you discontinue Stelara?
Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema, have been reported with STELARA ®. If an anaphylactic or other clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs , institute appropriate therapy and discontinue STELARA ® .
Can you take stelara with methotrexate?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is indicated for the treatment of adult patients with active psoriatic arthritis. STELARA ® can be used alone or in combination with methotrexate (MTX).
Can you administer stalara to TB patients?
Evaluate patients for TB prior to initiating treatment with STELARA ®. Do not administer STELARA ® to patients with active tuberculosis infection . Initiate treatment of latent TB before administering STELARA ®. Closely monitor patients receiving STELARA ® for signs and symptoms of active TB during and after treatment.
Is PRES a reversible encephalopathy?
Two cases of posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES), also known as Reversible Posterior Leukoencephalopathy Syndrome (RPLS), were reported in clinical trials. Cases have also been reported in postmarketing experience in patients with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and Crohn’s disease. Clinical presentation included headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, and imaging changes consistent with PRES a few days to several months after ustekinumab initiation. A few cases reported latency of a year or longer. Patients recovered with supportive care following withdrawal of ustekinumab.
Is stalara contraindicated?
STELARA ® (ustekinumab) is contraindicated in patients with clinically significant hypersensitivity to ustekinumab or to any of the excipients.
What is The Patient Assistance Program?
The Johnson & Johnson Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (JJPAF) is an independent, non-profit organization that is committed to helping eligible patients without insurance coverage receive prescription products donated by Johnson & Johnson operating companies.
Program Update
Patients may now choose the option of electronic income verification. Instead of submitting a copy of their Federal tax return, they can simply check a box on the updated application form.
