Our medical insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Arkansas) will no longer cover the Asmanex Inhaler of which my wife uses on a daily basis. Without insurance it will cost about $127 which turns out to be the cheapest. Is there a generic alternative that can be covered by insurance.
- Resources
8/ 6/09 9:46pm
That's unfortunate they will no longer cover this medicine, especially if it works welll to control your wife's asthma.
Unfortunately for us asthmatics anyway, asmanex is covered under a patent that will not expire until June of 2009, at which time it will be posible for generics to be made.
Thankfully, though, there are other corticosteroid inhalers that are available for asthmatics that are available, such as Flovent. By working with your insurance company and your physician, you should (hopefully) be able to find a corticosteroid they will cover.
8/26/09 1:54pm
Sorry that your insurance does not cover Asmanex. I have found that some generics are offered in other countries that are not yet availible here. A website, www.progressiverx.com has many availible from India. You could check there to see if they have what you need. If not, talk to your doctor about switching drugs or try finding a patient assistance program with whatever company makes the Asmanex.
Important:
We hope you find this general health information helpful. Please note however, that this Q&A is meant to support not replace the professional medical advice you receive from your doctor. No information in the Answers above is intended to diagnose or treat any condition. The views expressed in the Answers above belong to the individuals who posted them and do not necessarily reflect the views of Remedy Health Media. Remedy Health Media does not review or edit content posted by our community members, but reserves the right to remove any material it deems inappropriate.
By Chris M— Last Modified: 12/26/10, First Published: 08/03/09
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Hey Rick, As it is already past June of 2009, I'm wondering if that's a typo above. When does the patent really run out on Asmanex?
Thanks,
Kathi