rituximab-pvvr
Used for Cancer
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Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
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rituximab-pvvr key facts
What dosages is rituximab-pvvr available in?
rituximab-pvvr is available as a 100 mg/10 mL (10 mg/mL) and 500 mg/50 mL (10 mg/mL) solution for an IV infusion.
What is rituximab-pvvr used for?
rituximab-pvvr is a monoclonal antibody that is used for the following:
Blood cancers
- Certain types of CD20-positive non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL) in adults and children ages 6 months and older
- CD20-positive chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) in adults
Autoimmune conditions
- Moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in adults
Granulomatosis with polyangitis (GPA) and microscopic polyangitis (MPA) in adults and children ages 2 years and older - Moderate to severe pemphigus vulgaris in adults
How does rituximab-pvvr work?
rituximab-pvvr is a monoclonal antibody. It targets specific immune cells called B cells that can be involved in a range of different health conditions. For example, B cells sometimes turn into cancer cells. Other times, they become overly active and cause autoimmune conditions.
How do I take rituximab-pvvr?
rituximab-pvvr is dosed as follows: Your provider will determine your dose of rituximab-pvvr based on your body surface area (BSA) in m². This medication is typically given by a healthcare provider in a hospital or infusion clinic setting. Your provider might also give you other anticancer medications along with rituximab-pvvr.
Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Adults: The typical dose is 375 mg/m² given as an intravenous infusion. How often you’ll receive a dose usually ranges from weekly to every 8 weeks, depending on the type of NHL you have and where you are in the treatment process.
Children: Talk with your child’s provider.
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
- Adults: The typical dose is to receive one 375 mg/m² intravenous infusion before the start of chemotherapy. Then, your provider will raise your dose to 500 mg/m² infused on Day 1 of a 28-day chemotherapy cycle, for 2 to 6 cycles.
Autoimmune conditions
- Your provider might also give you other medications along with rituximab-pvvr to treat your condition.
RA
- Adults: The typical starting dose is 1,000 mg infused IV for 2 doses, given 2 weeks apart. The typical maintenance dose is 1,000 mg infused once every 4 to 6 months, depending on your condition.
GPA and MPA
- Adults: Your provider will determine your dose of rituximab-pvvr based on your body surface area (BSA) in m². The typical starting dose is 375 mg/m² given as an intravenous infusion weekly for 4 weeks. The typical maintenance dose is 250 mg/m², usually infused once every 6 months.
Children: Ask your child’s provider.
- PV
- Adults: The typical starting dose is 1,000 mg infused IV for 2 doses, given 2 weeks apart. The typical maintenance dose is 500 mg infused a year after the starting dose, then once every 6 months.
Is it safe for me to take rituximab-pvvr?
rituximab-pvvr 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.
rituximab-pvvr Common Side Effects
Common side effects of rituximab-pvvr:
- Fever
- Lower white blood cell counts
- Chills
- Infection
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Headache
- Night sweats
- Rash
rituximab-pvvr Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with rituximab-pvvr. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Infusion-related reaction: swelling, trouble breathing, chest pain, low blood pressure, red skin
- Serious skin reaction: painful blisters, skin wounds, peeling skin, fever, sore throat, body aches
- Tears in the gut: sudden and severe stomach pain, fever, chills, and nausea or vomiting that won’t go away
- Infection: fever, chills, cough, muscle aches, very fast heartbeat, severe tiredness
- Tumor lysis syndrome: seizures, hallucinations, nausea, tiredness, no appetite, dark-colored urine, muscle
- cramps, numbness
Serious heart problems: tiredness, weakness, dizziness, feeling faint, trouble breathing, pressure on the chest, pounding heart, irregular heart beat, sweating, feeling anxious, nausea
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on rituximab-pvvr
The following medications may interact with rituximab-pvvr:
- Renal toxicity when used in combination with cisplatin
Who makes rituximab-pvvr?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is rituximab-pvvr safe in pregnancy?
Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks to your unborn baby if you receive rituximab-pvvr during pregnancy.
Females who are able to become pregnant:
- Your healthcare provider should do a pregnancy test to see if you are pregnant before starting rituximab-pvvr
- You should use effective birth control (contraception) during treatment with rituximab-pvvr and for 12 months after your last dose of rituximab-pvvr. Talk to your healthcare provider about effective birth control
- Tell your healthcare provider right away if you become pregnant or think that you are pregnant during treatment with rituximab-pvvr
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How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my rituximab-pvvr prescription?
After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your rituximab-pvvr prescription
Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.
How do the NowPatient rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr | Canadian Prescription Savings* for rituximab-pvvr | rituximab-pvvr Drug Coupon* | rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr?
No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below
| Rx Advantage Card* for rituximab-pvvr | Canadian Prescription Savings* for rituximab-pvvr | rituximab-pvvr Drug Coupon* | rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?
If you are insured with Medicare and the rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr, 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 rituximab-pvvr prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If your medication is not covered by your plan, 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 contribution, 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 rituximab-pvvr 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 contributions?
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 rituximab-pvvr
If you are having trouble paying for your rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:
- Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
- rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr
- If rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr
If you are having trouble paying for your rituximab-pvvr medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr
- If rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr
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 rituximab-pvvr 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 rituximab-pvvr you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You must be currently insured and have coverage for rituximab-pvvr
- 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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