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.
Why is Sublocade only available through the REMS program?
Because of the risk of serious harm or death that could result from intravenous self-administration, SUBLOCADE is only available through a restricted program called the SUBLOCADE Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) Program. Only providers who are enrolled in the REMS program can prescribe and administer SUBLOCADE.1
Where can I find a list of the Sublocade pharmacies?
Call Indivior's Medical Information line (1-877-782-6966). Please click here for a list of the certified pharmacies where SUBLOCADE can be obtained. A list of certified pharmacies is also appended to each mailing of the SUBLOCADE REMS Program Dear Healthcare Provider Letter.
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.
How long can you test positive for Sublocade?
Data indicate that after discontinuing SUBLOCADE patients may have detectable concentrations of buprenorphine in plasma and urine for 12 months or longer.
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.
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 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.
Is Sublocade the same as Suboxone?
But there are differences between them, such as: Sublocade contains only buprenorphine. Suboxone contains both buprenorphine and naloxone (naloxone helps protect people from an inadvertent opioid overdose) Sublocade is an injection and Suboxone is a film that you put under your tongue.
What to do if you run out of Suboxone?
Go To An Emergency Room If you run out of Suboxone and begin to experience withdrawal symptoms, an emergency department may be able to help. Even if physicians on staff do not have a DEA waiver to prescribe Suboxone, they may be able to administer it to treat withdrawal side effects.
What medications can you not take with Suboxone?
Drugs that can have negative effects when taken with Suboxone include: Benzodiazepines, such as Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam), Valium (diazepam), Ativan (lorazepam) and Restoril (temazepam).
Can you start Sublocade at 100mg?
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. After 2 months, many will receive a lower dose of 100 mg.
How often do you get Sublocade?
What to know about dosing. 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 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.
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.
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
Can suclocade cause breathing problems?
SUBLOCADE may cause serious and life‐threatening breathing problems. Get emergency help right away if you:
Can you get copay assistance with Medicare?
Patients 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. Other restrictions apply. See here for full Terms & Conditions.
Who gives sulcocade injections?
Your SUBLOCADE injection will only be given to you by a certified healthcare provider.
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.
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 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
Who gives sulcocade injections?
Your SUBLOCADE injection will only be given to you by a certified healthcare provider.
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.
Does buprenorphine cause jaundice?
Risk of Hepatitis, Hepatic Events:Because cases of cytolytic hepatitis and hepatitis with jaundice have been observed in individuals receiving buprenorphine, monitor liver function tests prior to treatment and monthly during treatment .
Does sulcocade affect ability to drive?
Impairment of Ability to Drive or Operate Machinery:SUBLOCADE may impair the mental or physical abilities required for the performance of potentially dangerous tasks such as driving a car or operating machinery. Caution patients about driving or operating hazardous machinery until they are reasonably certain that SUBLOCADE does not adversely affect their ability to engage in such activities.
Can sublacade cause pulmonary emboli?
AND MITIGATION STRATEGY. Serious harm or death could result if administered intravenously. SUBLOCADE forms a solid mass upon contact with body fluids and may cause occlusion, local tissue damage, and thrombo-embolic events, including life threatening pulmonary emboli, if administered intravenously.
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.
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.
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.
HOW CAN INSUPPORT HELP?
INSUPPORT was created to provide information aimed at helping appropriate eligible patients with the process of obtaining SUBLOCADE. INSUPPORT can provide information to help you understand your health insurance benefits for SUBLOCADE and also provide information about other potential financial assistance options that you may qualify for.
Patient Resources
Additional information and resources on INSUPPORT are available to help.
Who will ensure that each dispensing location meets the REMS requirements?
Designate an authorized representative. The authorized representative will ensure that each dispensing location that meets the REMS requirements will be permitted to purchase, receive, and dispense SUBLOCADE. The certification will be confirmed prior to shipping SUBLOCADE.
How many forms are needed for a pharmacy?
Only one (1) form is needed per healthcare setting. A pharmacy is covered under their healthcare setting's enrollment in the SUBLOCADE REMS Program.
Can you dispense sulcoda directly to a patient?
SUBLOCADE should never be dispensed directly to a patient.
Can a prescriber obtain a sulcocade?
Prescribers who are DATA 2000-waivered can obtain SUBLOCADE for their patients in two ways.
