Posted by michael on January 14, 2000, at 22:55:55
In reply to Re: drug patient assistance program, posted by michael on January 14, 2000, at 22:37:07
> > hi,
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> > i was researching trazadone with wellbutrin and came along this site. this looks like a terrific place to exchange information. while reading archived posts, i discovered someone who said they had lost their job and couldn't afford to continue with the medications they were on. there is a program called PHRMA 1100 fifteenth street, nw. washington, d.c. 20005 which provides free information for patients looking for free to low-cost prescription meds. of course, the programs are for low-income patients. i have found this to be extremely helpful and have had free assistance with wellbutrin and paxil. PHRMA will send you a booklet which identifies the pharmaceuticals who participate and how to apply to them for help. hope this can help others as much as it has helped me! cheers, natural
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> You may want to take a look at needymeds.com.
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> I think it's similar. I just came across it today, and haven't gone back to investigate yet. (sorry if it turns out to be something else)
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> michaelhi again,
also just came across this at a site someone else had directed me to for other info:
The companies who manufacture the five SRI medications listed above each have a special program to provide free medications for patients who cannot afford them. The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers Association publishes a directory of programs for those who cannot afford medications, which your doctor can request by calling 202-835-3450. You or your doctor can also contact the companies directly:
Ciba-Geigy Patient Support Program: 800-257-3273Lilly Cares Program: 800-545-6962
Pfizer Prescription Assistance: 800-646-4455
SmithKline Paxil Access to Care Program:
800-546-0420 (patient requests);
215-751-5722 (physician requests)Solvay Patient Assistance Program: 800-788-9277
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