What is the Neupro Patient Assistance Program?
Patient Assistance Program UCB, the maker of NEUPRO, remains committed to helping Parkinson's disease patients gain access to the medicines we manufacture. The NEUPRO Patient Assistance Program may be able to help if you do not have health insurance or if you otherwise cannot afford your NEUPRO medicine.
Do I qualify for the UCB Patient Assistance Program (PAP)?
If you need any financial assistance, you may qualify for the UCB Patient Assistance Program (PAP). You can access the online application here. Choosing the right insurance plan for you and your family can be confusing. We’ve developed a guide to help you navigate the process.
How do I report side effects of the Neupro patch?
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects to UCB, Inc. at UCBCares ® (1-844-599-2273). Please see additional Patient Information about the NEUPRO Patch. This information does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your condition or your treatment.
Why choose UCB for patient support?
At UCB, patients are at the heart of everything we do. Working with physicians and other healthcare professionals, we engage with patients to better understand their clinical, economic, social and personal needs. What matters most is how we at UCB can add more value to support patients on their healthcare journeys.
Is there a generic for NEUPRO patch?
Rotigotine (Neupro) is an expensive drug used to control the signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease or restless legs syndrome. This drug is less popular than comparable drugs. There are currently no generic alternatives to Neupro.
Is NEUPRO patch a controlled substance?
Neupro is not a controlled substance. Neupro contains rotigotine and is a once-daily transdermal (skin) patch approved to treat Parkinson's disease and restless legs syndrome. It is classified as a dopamine agonist and is thought to work by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain.
What is the cost of NEUPRO?
The list price1 of NEUPRO is $761.652 per month, but the amount you pay will largely depend on your prescription drug insurance plan.
What is UCB Patient Assistance Program?
Through the UCB Patient Assistance Program, we provide some medications at no cost to eligible and qualified patients who are uninsured or underinsured who otherwise have no access to the UCB medicines prescribed by their physician.
How does NEUPRO make you feel?
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, tiredness, trouble sleeping, increased sweating, headache, or redness/itching/swelling at the application site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Does NEUPRO cause weight gain?
Increased weight and fluid retention can occur in patients using NEUPRO. NEUPRO can cause your body to keep extra fluid, which leads to swelling and weight gain. Tell your doctor if you have swelling or fluid retention, especially in the ankles or legs, or have an unusually fast increase in weight.
How long does it take for the NEUPRO patch to work?
How long does it take for the NEUPRO Patch to start working? Your doctor should start you on a low dose of NEUPRO. Your doctor may change the dose weekly until you are taking the right amount of medicine to control your symptoms. It may take several weeks before you reach the dose that controls your symptoms best.
What drug class is NEUPRO?
Neupro contains the active drug rotigotine. Rotigotine belongs to a class of medications called dopamine agonists. (A medication class is a group of drugs that work in a similar way.) Neupro comes as patches that you apply to your skin every day.
How does NEUPRO help Parkinson's?
NEUPRO® (rotigotine transdermal system) is the first and only Parkinson's "patch" you wear on your skin. The NEUPRO Patch delivers the dopamine agonist rotigotine through the skin, directly into the bloodstream. It releases the medicine 24 hours a day, providing stable, continuous delivery of medication.
What does UCB stand for pharma?
Union Chimique BelgeUCB (Union Chimique Belge) is a multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.
How do I get Cimzia for free?
(1-866-424-6942). Eligible patients with a valid prescription for CIMZIA can receive treatment with the CIMZIA Prefilled Syringe at no cost for up to two years or until the patient's coverage is approved, whichever comes first.
Who makes Keppra?
The branded version Keppra is manufactured by UCB Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Does NEUPRO cause insomnia?
Using Neupro may cause sleep problems. These may include somnolence (excessive sleepiness), or problems falling or staying asleep. Sleep problems caused by Neupro can lead to suddenly falling asleep during a daily activity.
Does NEUPRO contain dopamine?
The medicine: studies have shown that Restless Legs Syndrome is associated with impaired dopamine levels in the brain. NEUPRO® (rotigotine transdermal system) is a dopamine agonist delivered from a patch.
When is the best time to apply NEUPRO patch?
NEUPRO should be applied right away after removing it from the protective pouch. Do not damage or cut your NEUPRO Patch into smaller pieces. Choose the time of day or night that works best for you to apply your NEUPRO Patch.
What is NEUPRO patch?
NEUPRO® (rotigotine transdermal system) is a prescription medicine used to treat Parkinson's disease and moderate-to-severe primary Restless Legs Syndrome.
How to enroll in UCB Pharma?
Fill out the program enrollment form located to your right. If you don't see an enrollment form available please call UCB Pharma program directly. After filling out the enrollment form please bring the form to your doctor for proper signatures and procedures. Do not forget a self stamped envelope for them to mail in your application to the program.
What is UCB Pharma?
UCB Pharma is currently a world leader in antibody research, with over thirty major research and development partners. Their operations span over forty countries, and netted over $3 billion in 2007 alone.
How long does Neupro last?
Neupro Patient Assistance Program, a patient assistance program provided by UCB Pharma, offers a six month supply of Neupro at no cost to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
When was Neupro first used?
Neupro is a patch treatment launched by UCB Pharma in 2007. Neupro has been approved by the FDA to treat the onset of Parkinson’s disease. Neupro is administered transdermally via a patch.
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if you wish to report an adverse event related to one of our products, please contact your healthcare provider. In addition you can contact us using the webform available here
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Can UCB cancel a program?
UCB reserves the right to change or cancel this program at any time without notice.
Is the NEUPRO card good for Puerto Rico?
Offer good only in the U.S., including Puerto Rico. This card is good for use only with a valid NEUPRO prescription consistent with the approved FDA labeling at the time the prescription is filled by the pharmacist and dispensed to the patient. The maximum annual benefit amount is $1500 per calendar year. Void where prohibited by law, taxed, ...
Can you get a NEUPRO prescription if you don't have insurance?
The NEUPRO Patient Assistance Program may be able to help if you do not have health insurance or if you are a Medicare Part D recipient and cannot afford your NEUPRO medicine. The NEUPRO Patient Assistance Program may provide medication at no cost to eligible patients who are unable to pay for their NEUPRO prescription.
FOR RESTLESS LEGS SYNDROME
NEUPRO can help relieve the symptoms of RLS. Find helpful information and the tools you need to get started, here.
It's important to apply the Neupro Patch correctly
Take a few minutes to watch this video on how to apply the NEUPRO Patch.
