I don't have insurance. I'm sure there must be others here that don't too. What do you take to manage your pain? I'm running out of choices.
10/10/08 4:41pm
Hi, Have you filed for social security disability? I have heard of people with a RA diagnosis that file and receive it the first time they apply without appeals. This doesn't solve the problem, but you will be eligible for medicare 2 years after the time you start receiving social security disability. Good Luck
5/14/09 5:41pm
Thee are a few other things you can do with possibly faster results:
1. There are a few drug companies that advertise on TV about their willingness to assist folks who can't afford meds. I was on a 'coupon discount' thing once so I know these options are available. Just takes some followup - you might ask your Doc for the names of the drug companies.
2. You can also ask your Doc for free samples - not of scheduled drugs like opiates but for others like methotrexate, etc.
3. Depending on your income, you might be able to get a 'medical benefit' coupon from DSHS.
4. Use generic drugs as much as possible.
5. Try Canadian online pharmacies [I've also done this with good results].
6. Have the Doc write the prescription for a larger dose and then cut the pill in half - that doubles your amount immediately.
I hope you find something that works for you - I sold on eBay for a few years to pay for meds when I couldn't work. Be as creative as you can!
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