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Old 11-19-2008, 01:04 PM
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Our meds are mostly paid for in Canada (universal health care), and I don't live in the US . . . but I hope some of the tips I've seen posted elsewhere might be helpful for you:

1.) www.pparx.org

2.) http://www.rarediseases.org/

3.) www.edhayes.com/indigent.html

4.) www.themedicineprogram.com/

5.) www.pharmwell.com/indigent.htm

6.) Try calling the drug companies directly:

AVONEX: 1-800-456-2255

BETASERON: 1-877-836-5724

COPAXONE: 1-800-887-8100

NOVANTRONE: 1-877-447-3243

REBIF: 1-877-447-3243

TYSABRI: 1-800-456-2255

7.) Lower income patients can call Rx Council (1-866-794-3571) and tell them (or leave a message) what drug(s) you need. They will tell you who to get in touch with. It is for the lower income, and provides very low co-pays. Apparently you need a year's prescription with 3 refills.

8) 1-866-728-4368--Bridges to Access -- will direct you to the drug company that carries the med you need (order a 3 month supply).

Cherie
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