How can I lower the cost of my LITFULO

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LITFULO Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing

Medically reviewed by Jamie Winn, Pharm.D

Written by Rajive Patel, B.Pharm

What is LITFULO?

LITFULO is the brand name for ritlecitinib and is available as an oral capsule.

What dosages is LITFULO available in?

LITFULO is available as a 50 mg oral capsule.

What is LITFULO used for?

LITFULO is a JAK kinase and tyrosine kinase inhibitor and is used to treat severe hair loss (alopecia areata) in people ages 12 years and older.

How does LITFULO work?

LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking enzymes (proteins) called Janus kinase (JAK) and tyrosine kinase. This prevents the activation of other proteins in your immune system from attacking hair follicles and causing hair loss.

How do I take LITFULO?

LITFULO is typically dosed at 50 mg by mouth once daily.

Is it safe for me to take LITFULO?

LITFULO 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.

LITFULO Common Side Effects

Common side effects of LITFULO:

Headache
Diarrhea
Acne
Rash
Hives

LITFULO Serious Side Effects

Serious side effects are rare with LITFULO. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

Stroke: sudden weakness in your body, trouble speaking, confusion, dizziness
Arterial thrombosis (blood clot in the heart): chest pain; short of breath; pain in the jaw, neck, or back; feeling weak or light-headed
Pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung): cough, chest pain, trouble breathing, racing heart
Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the leg): leg cramp, swelling, pain, muscle tightness
Serious bleeds: bleed or bruise easily, bleeding that’s hard to stop, coughing blood, stomach pain, blood in urine or stool
Serious infections: fever, difficulty breathing, diarrhea, weakness, cough, stomach pain, sweating, chills, burning when you urinate, urinating more often
Allergic reaction: hives, rash, feeling faint, trouble breathing, swelling of your lips or tongue

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on LITFULO

The following medications may interact with LITFULO:

Certain CYP3A substrates: Additional monitoring and dose adjustment of CYP3A substrate should be considered.
Certain CYP1A2 substrates: Additional monitoring and dose adjustment of CYP1A2 substrate should be considered
Certain CYP3A inducers: Coadministration with strong inducers of CYP3A is not recommended

Who makes LITFULO?

Pfizer

Is LITFULO safe in pregnancy?

It is not known if LITFULO will harm your unborn baby.
Females who are able to become pregnant: Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with LITFULO. There is a pregnancy registry for people who take LITFULO during pregnancy. Report pregnancies to Pfizer Inc. at 1-877-390-2940.

What is the generic name for LITFULO?

ritlecitinib

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How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my LITFULO prescription?

How do the NowPatient LITFULO savings programs work?

Are the NowPatient LITFULO savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

	Rx Advantage Card* for LITFULO	Canadian Prescription Savings* for LITFULO	LITFULO Drug Coupon*	LITFULO 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

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of LITFULO?

	Rx Advantage Card* for LITFULO	Canadian Prescription Savings* for LITFULO	LITFULO Drug Coupon*	LITFULO Patient Assistance Program*
Brand	Yes	Yes	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company	Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company
Generic	Yes	Yes	No	No

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the LITFULO savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the LITFULO prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the LITFULO prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the LITFULO 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 LITFULO

If you are having trouble paying for your LITFULO 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 LITFULO you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:

Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
LITFULO 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 LITFULO
If LITFULO 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 LITFULO

If you are having trouble paying for your LITFULO medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for LITFULO 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 LITFULO
If LITFULO 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 LITFULO

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 LITFULO 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 LITFULO you will need to meet the following criteria:

You must be currently insured and have coverage for LITFULO
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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