ELIQUIS
Used for Deep Vein Thrombosis
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Manufactured by Bristol-Myers Squibb
*You can pay as little as $0 per fill using Drug Coupons or Patient Assistance Programs. Subject to applicability & eligibility requirements.
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ELIQUIS key facts
What is ELIQUIS?
ELIQUIS is the brand name for apixaban and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is ELIQUIS available in?
ELIQUIS is available as a 2.5 mg and 5 mg oral tablet.
What is ELIQUIS used for?
ELIQUIS is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that is used to:
- Lower the risk of stroke or blood clots in people with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AFib)
- Lower the risk of repeat blood clot in the legs or arms (deep vein thrombosis, or DVT), or lungs (pulmonary embolism, or PE)
- Prevent DVT after hip or knee replacement surgery
- Treat DVT and PE
How does ELIQUIS work?
ELIQUIS is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) known as a direct-acting oral anticoagulant (DOAC). It works by stopping a specific clotting factor called factor Xa from working. By blocking factor Xa, it’ll cause less blood clots to form in your body so you’re less likely to have a stroke, heart attack, or clot in your arms or legs.
How do I take ELIQUIS?
ELIQUIS is typically dosed as follows:
- To lower risk of stroke or clots in AFib: The typical dose is 5 mg by mouth twice daily
- To lower risk of repeat DVT and PE: The typical dose is 2.5 mg by mouth twice daily. You’ll typically start Eliquis (apixaban) after already receiving treatment for your blood clot for at least 6 months
- To prevent DVT after hip or knee surgery: The typical dose is 2.5 mg by mouth twice daily, starting within 24 hours after surgery. Treatment typically lasts about 2 weeks to a month, depending on the type of surgery you had
- To treat DVT and PE: The typical starting dose is 10 mg by mouth twice daily for a week. The typical maintenance dose is 5 mg by mouth twice daily
Is it safe for me to take ELIQUIS?
ELIQUIS is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication in the following:
- Active pathological bleeding
- Severe hypersensitivity to ELIQUIS
ELIQUIS Common Side Effects
Common side effects of ELIQUIS:
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Nosebleeds
- Bleeding gums
ELIQUIS Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with ELIQUIS. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Stroke: sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, feeling confused, trouble speaking or understanding speech, dizziness, trouble keeping balance
- Blood clot in the leg or arm: swelling or redness in arms or legs, skin that’s warm to touch
- Blood clot in the lungs: trouble breathing, chest pain, cough, irregular heartbeat
- Severe bleeding: feeling faint, lightheaded, dizziness, vomiting blood, bloody or dark-colored stools, severe stomach pain or discomfort
- Bleeding around spinal cord (after spinal procedures only): pain, tingling, a burning sensation, numbness, weakness, or are unable to urinate
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on ELIQUIS
The following medications may interact with ELIQUIS:
- Combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inhibitors increase blood levels of apixaban
- Reduce ELIQUIS dose or avoid coadministration.
- Simultaneous use of combined P-gp and strong CYP3A4 inducers reduces blood
- levels of apixaban: Avoid concomitant use.
Who makes ELIQUIS?
Bristol-Myers Squibb
Is ELIQUIS safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if ELIQUIS will harm your unborn baby.
Females who are able to become pregnant: Talk with your healthcare provider about pregnancy planning during
treatment with ELIQUIS. Talk with your healthcare provider about your risk of severe uterine bleeding if you are treated
with blood thinner medicines, including ELIQUIS.
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How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my ELIQUIS prescription?
After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your ELIQUIS prescription
Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.
How do the NowPatient ELIQUIS savings programs work?
After you have created your FREE account with NowPatient, you can access the various programs from your account dashboard. Each program has clear instructions on how to check your eligibility. You can see how the process works by clicking on the feature link below and seeing the ‘How it works’ steps.
Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.
Are the NowPatient ELIQUIS savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?
No. Each program has its own eligibility and applicability requirements. The table below shows if a program is available to you, based on your insurance status.
| Rx Advantage Card* for ELIQUIS | Canadian Prescription Savings* for ELIQUIS | ELIQUIS Drug Coupon* | ELIQUIS Patient Assistance Program* | |
| Insured (federal, state or government) | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Insured (Commercial or Private) | Available | Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Uninsured | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage | Available | Available | Not Available | Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
*This is not insurance.
Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of ELIQUIS?
No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below
| Rx Advantage Card* for ELIQUIS | Canadian Prescription Savings* for ELIQUIS | ELIQUIS Drug Coupon* | ELIQUIS Patient Assistance Program* | |
| Brand | Yes | Yes | Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company | Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company |
| Generic | Yes | Yes | No | No |
*This is not insurance.
If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the ELIQUIS savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?
If you are insured with Medicare and the ELIQUIS drug savings options are not applicable to you and still remain unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
The government site is easy to use and after you have selected your state, it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.
People who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid are called ‘dual eligibles’.
If you are denied Medicaid for ELIQUIS, and you are still unable to afford your copay or co-insurance element (for example if you are in the coverage gap or Donut Hole) then you may be eligible for a federal support program like Low Income Subsidy. To be eligible for Low Income Subsidy, you need to be a resident in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia. You can check eligibility online at SSA Medicare D Extra Help. You can also call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).
I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the ELIQUIS prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, ELIQUIS is not covered by your plan) and the drug savings options are not applicable or still unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication.
If you are denied and all else fails, and if you have been prescribed ELIQUIS for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.
I am commercially or privately insured and none of the ELIQUIS prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If your medication is not covered by your plan, you can you can appeal your insurance company’s decision. Sometimes, a formal appeal can result in the drug being covered if it is deemed medically necessary.
If you cannot afford your copay, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.
However, being privately insured might complicate your eligibility for Medicaid, as having private insurance may be considered in the financial eligibility assessment.
The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. If you qualify, state Medicaid may cover the full cost of your medication.
If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the ELIQUIS prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay?
If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs:
1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for ELIQUIS
If you are having trouble paying for your ELIQUIS medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for ELIQUIS you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:
- Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
- ELIQUIS is prescribed for an approved FDA indication
- You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship
- You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers ELIQUIS
- If ELIQUIS is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications
You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information.
2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for ELIQUIS
If you are having trouble paying for your ELIQUIS medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for ELIQUIS you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You live in and are being treated in the United States
- You are insured and your plan covers ELIQUIS
- If ELIQUIS is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications
You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information.
3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for ELIQUIS
Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your ELIQUIS treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for ELIQUIS you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You must be currently insured and have coverage for ELIQUIS
- You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan
- You must reside and receive treatment in the United States
- Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household
- Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.
You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.
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NowPatient has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that all material is factually accurate, complete, and current. However, the knowledge and experience of a qualified healthcare professional should always be sought after instead of using the information on this page. Before taking any drug, you should always speak to your doctor or another qualified healthcare provider.
The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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