Free or discounted medications
PPS patient information services
There are programs and services available for patients in need of financial help. This list is a good place to start your search. The descriptions below come from the service providers.
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The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) represents research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. This website helps patients get free medications from PhRMA members companies.According to the website, 6.2 million patients in the United States got free prescription medicines in 2003.
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NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp is a simple and confidential online service made for seniors and caregivers. The program searches more than 1,100 federal, state, and private programs that may pay for some of the costs of prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other essential items or services for people ages 55 and over.
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The official U.S. government benefits website
GovBenefits.gov is a FREE, confidential tool that helps you find government benefits you may be eligible to receive. GovBenefits.gov provides information about benefit programs that benefit individuals and have eligibility rules. Types of programs include:
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Federal - Federally funded and administered.
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State - Federally and/or State funded, State administered.
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Members save money on prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications and products for healthy living. AARP Pharmacy Services has been serving the needs of AARP members for over 40 years. Shop and Save on Prescription Drugs Pocket exclusive AARP member savings when you shop at thousands of local retail pharmacies, or through convenient mail order service. More than Prescription Drugs Find thousands of Healthy Living and other over-the-counter products like vitamins and supplements, allergy and pain relief medications, and fitness equipment. Order Medical Supplies Covered by Medicare Need medical supplies covered by Medicare? AARP Pharmacy Service makes it easy.
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Together Rx is a free, easy way to save approximately 20% to 40% on brand-name prescription medicines and, in many cases, much more depending on your prescription and pharmacy. You can save on more than 170 FDA-approved medicines. And some pharmacies even offer savings on generics.
This easy-to-use card is accepted at most pharmacies. You simply bring it to your pharmacist along with your prescription, and he or she will calculate your savings. It’s that easy. Plus, your Together Rx Card can get you savings of at least 15% on generic prescription drugs at Eckerd, Genovese, Rite Aid, Bi-Lo, Bruno's Supermarkets, Familymeds, Giant Food, Giant Food Stores, Navarro Discount Pharmacies, Stop & Shop, Tops Markets and USA Drug chains.
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Rxaminer permits users to enter current prescriptions and returns a list of available generic or other suggested brands for less money.
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Pharmaceutical companies
Most pharmaceutical companies offer help to those in need, but getting the information you require often depends on your doctor knowing the ropes. Just to begin, you must know which company manufactures your drugs, how to contact them and whether you meet the qualifications. Nearly all companies require that your doctor make the initial contact. There are forms online to print and mail, or you can call to request the package.
Prednisone
Patient Assistance Program
1-800-788-9277
CellCept
Roche Medical Needs Program
1-800-285-4484
Imuran
FARO Faro Patient Access Program
1-800-705-2630
Cytoxan
Oncology/Immunology Access Program
1-800-272-4878
Cyclosporine
1-886-9747-2273
Methotrexate
Immunex Reimbursement Patient Assistance Program
1-800-321-6449
Fosamax
, INC. The Merck Patient Assistance Program
1-800 994-2111 Lovastatin
. The S.A.V.E Program
1-888-SAVE-888
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