Archive for February, 2008
SPRYCEL
SPRYCEL (dasatinib) Website: www.sprycel.com Medicine Info: SPRYCEL is indicated for the treatment of adults with chronic-, accelerated-, or myeloid or lymphoid blast-phase chronic myeloid leukemia. Patient Assistance Programs: SPRING provides insurance reimbursement assistance. (Download PDF of reimbursement guide and registration form) Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 991 Somerville, NJ 08876 1 (800) [...]
ERBITUX
ERBITUX® (Cetuximab) Website: www.erbitux.com Medicine Info: Indicated for the treatment of patients who have colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and whose tumor expresses a protein called an Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR). Also, in combination with radiation therapy, is indicated for the treatment of a certain type of locally [...]
Plavix
Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate) Website: www.plavix.com Medicine Info: PLAVIX, taken daily, can help protect you if you’ve had a recent heart attack or stroke, or if you have poor leg circulation (called P.A.D.) Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 1 (800) 736-0003 (phone)
Lodosyn
Lodosyn (Carbidopa) Medicine Info: Controls parkinsonism and Parkinson’s disease Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 1 (800) 736-0003 (phone)
Kenalog
Kenalog (triamcinolone topical) Medicine Info: Kenalog is used to treat the inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 1 (800) 736-0003 (phone)
EMSAM
EMSAM (selegiline transdermal system) Website: www.emsam.com Medicine Info:Â A unique option for patients with depression, also known as major depressive disorder. Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. 1 (800) 736-0003 (phone)
Zerit
Zerit (stavudine) Capsules and Oral Solution Website: www.zerit.com Medicine Info: ZERIT, in combination with other antiretroviral agents, is indicated for the treatment of HIV-1 infection Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (Oncology/Virology) P.O. Box 991 Somerville, NJ 08876 1-(800) 736-0003 Option 2 (phone)
Vumon
Vumon (teniposide) injection / IV Medicine Info: This medication is used with other anti-cancer drugs to treat leukemia and certain cancers. Teniposide works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (Oncology/Virology) P.O. Box 991 Somerville, NJ 08876 1-(800) 736-0003 Option 2 (phone)
Sustiva
Sustiva (efavirenz) Website: www.sustiva.com Medicine Info: SUSTIVA is a prescription medicine used in combination with other medicines to treat people who are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1). Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (Oncology/Virology) P.O. Box 991 Somerville, NJ 08876 1-(800) 736-0003 Option 2 (phone)
Reyataz
Reyataz (atazanavir sulfate) Website: www.reyataz.com Medicine Info:Â A prescription medicine used in combination with other medicines to treat people who are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Patient Assistance: Bristol-Myers Squibb Patient Assistance Foundation, Inc. (Oncology/Virology) P.O. Box 991 Somerville, NJ 08876 1-(800) 736-0003 Option 2 (phone)