Re: Enbrel...questions, call Enbrel

[Guest guest]

The last time I was at my rheumy's, the nurse told me that Enbrel now

comes in pens. Does anybody know anything about this? Is anybody using

the pens?

Sue

On Wednesday, October 18, 2006, at 08:17 PM, wrote:

> Hi All,

> I had a couple of questions when I was and still am giving myself

> these shots. I read the paper in the package of shots and it's got a

> 800 number for you to call and get answers.

[Guest guest]

>

> The last time I was at my rheumy's, the nurse told me that Enbrel now

> comes in pens. Does anybody know anything about this? Is anybody using

> the pens?

>

> Sue

>

Sue--

I just started Enbrel about four weeks ago and I use the " SureClick "

pens. I can't compare it to the syringes because I've never used them.

I do like the pens though. I hold the pen at a 90 degree angle to my

thigh push down lightly and then " click " down on the end of the pen.

After about 15 seconds, I hear a second click that tells me the

injection is finished. I never see the needle--it's encased inside

the pen. The injection does sting while it's going in, but it isn't

unbearable and it's over quickly.

Once I got the hang of it, the " SureClick " is super easy to use. It

only comes in the once a week/50mg variety.

Hope this helps--

dordale

[Guest guest]

Hi Group,

Can someone tell me how much the Enbrel pens cost per month of treatment?

Does Medicare or any insurance cover any or all of it?

Sincerely, Bunny

[Guest guest]

I don't know how much the pens are, as I use the regular injection

type. But for that type, the monthly retail cost is about $1,700 if

I remember correctly. I can't imagine the pens are that much

different price-wise. My insurance covers all but the $20 co-pay. I

guess they figure that treating me now is cheaper than treating me

once I'm a total cripple!<g>

--- In , " monica pullern " <Eightbunny@...>

wrote:

>

> Hi Group,

> Can someone tell me how much the Enbrel pens cost per month of

treatment?

>

> Does Medicare or any insurance cover any or all of it?

>

> Sincerely, Bunny

>

[Guest guest]

>

> I don't know how much the pens are, as I use the regular injection

> type. But for that type, the monthly retail cost is about $1,700 if

> I remember correctly. I can't imagine the pens are that much

> different price-wise. My insurance covers all but the $20 co-pay. I

> guess they figure that treating me now is cheaper than treating me

> once I'm a total cripple!<g>

>

>

>

I get the Enbrel SureClick pens. If I remember correctly the invoice

for 4 pens (one month supply) full cost was $1650 or so. Blue

Shield's negotiated rate was about $1350--and I have to pay

$100/month. I would pay the same amount if I used the syringes instead.

dordale

[Guest guest]

--- In , " monica pullern " <Eightbunny@...>

wrote:

>

> Hi Group,

> Can someone tell me how much the Enbrel pens cost per month of

treatment?

>

> Does Medicare or any insurance cover any or all of it?

>

> Sincerely, Bunny

>

Hi Bunny!

Every Doctor has financial aid forms that are given to them by the

drug companies in order to help out people who cannot afford certain

costly meds. such as Enbrel, Humira,etc. If you tell your Dr. you

cannot afford a certain med that he or she recommends for your

treatment, ask if you can fill out a form regarding that drug. You

fill out the form, return to Dr.for Dr. to fill out their portion,

and it is mailed from their office. I could not afford the Humira

and my Rheumatologist gave me this simple form that took under 5

minutes to fill out, I did so, and in two weeks I was given a steady

supply of Humira that was delivered (free!) for a year!!! I never

knew such a thing exsisted and felt grateful beyond words to have the

opportunity to try something that could help. It helped for a while

but unfortunately, my immune system became overly comprised and I had

to D/C the drug. I will probably begin another new drug in the

months to come and if it is very costly I will ask for the form

again. I don't have to tell you how this disease not only destroys

your joints but your savings as well. Hope this info. helps!!

The best to you..........Blessings! Lori

mvspringrun@...

[Guest guest]

--- In , " monica pullern " <Eightbunny@...>

wrote:

>

> Hi Group,

> Can someone tell me how much the Enbrel pens cost per month of

treatment?

>

> Does Medicare or any insurance cover any or all of it?

>

> Sincerely, Bunny

>

Hi Bunny!

Every Doctor has financial aid forms that are given to them by the

drug companies in order to help out people who cannot afford certain

costly meds. such as Enbrel, Humira,etc. If you tell your Dr. you

cannot afford a certain med that he or she recommends for your

treatment, ask if you can fill out a form regarding that drug. You

fill out the form, return to Dr.for Dr. to fill out their portion,

and it is mailed from their office. I could not afford the Humira

and my Rheumatologist gave me this simple form that took under 5

minutes to fill out, I did so, and in two weeks I was given a steady

supply of Humira that was delivered (free!) for a year!!! I never

knew such a thing exsisted and felt grateful beyond words to have the

opportunity to try something that could help. It helped for a while

but unfortunately, my immune system became overly comprised and I had

to D/C the drug. I will probably begin another new drug in the

months to come and if it is very costly I will ask for the form

again. I don't have to tell you how this disease not only destroys

your joints but your savings as well. Hope this info. helps!!

The best to you..........Blessings! Lori

mvspringrun@...

[Guest guest]

I also qualified for free Humira delivered to my door, but BEWARE, now they

want to discontinue this benefit because I have Medicare Part D.

Does anyone know if you can " drop " Part D? I was getting better benefits

from the state of IL and now they want to discontinue the Humira. Part D

seems to have made my financial situation worse with getting medications.

Joanne, IL

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>

>>

>> Hi Group,

>> Can someone tell me how much the Enbrel pens cost per month of

> treatment?

>>

>> Does Medicare or any insurance cover any or all of it?

>>

>> Sincerely, Bunny

>>

> Hi Bunny!

> Every Doctor has financial aid forms that are given to them by the

> drug companies in order to help out people who cannot afford certain

> costly meds. such as Enbrel, Humira,etc. If you tell your Dr. you

> cannot afford a certain med that he or she recommends for your

> treatment, ask if you can fill out a form regarding that drug. You

> fill out the form, return to Dr.for Dr. to fill out their portion,

> and it is mailed from their office. I could not afford the Humira

> and my Rheumatologist gave me this simple form that took under 5

> minutes to fill out, I did so, and in two weeks I was given a steady

> supply of Humira that was delivered (free!) for a year!!! I never

> knew such a thing exsisted and felt grateful beyond words to have the

> opportunity to try something that could help. It helped for a while

> but unfortunately, my immune system became overly comprised and I had

> to D/C the drug. I will probably begin another new drug in the

> months to come and if it is very costly I will ask for the form

> again. I don't have to tell you how this disease not only destroys

> your joints but your savings as well. Hope this info. helps!!

> The best to you..........Blessings! Lori

> mvspringrun@...

>

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[Guest guest]

I lost my Fosamax because of the Part D. I just don't take it any more, not

like I have a choice.

Dennis in Eastexas

" It's not Rocket Surgery "

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