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Have you been waiting for a generic Ampyra?
Ampyra has improved the walking of some people with MS, including me. And, like many DMTs, it’s co-pay can be expensive.
A court ruling in early September, however, seems to have finally cleared the way for a generic of Ampyra. I wrote about this in my MS Wire column yesterday.
Have you used Ampyra? Would you like to use it but have found the co-pay was too high?
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Great News! My last refill for Ampyra was filled with a generic Dalfampridine from Accord Healthcare Pharmaceuticals.
Humana just automatically filled the refill with generic. My copay of $9.37, yes under $10, relates to a retail price under $200 dollars for 30 day supply. I am a medicare Plan D patient. Ampyra retail had been $2700 for 30 day supply. What a surprise. Mylan announced it will release generic but this one is already here.
This information needs broad dissemination to the MS Community.
Ampyra makes a significant difference to my walking and balance. It is now financially in reach for everyone.
If you already take Ampyra ask your pharmacy to switch to generic . If cost has been prohibitive in the past talk with your MD to consider.
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Thanks for that great info, CL. That’s fabulous news. I sure hope my Part D pharmacy has switched to the generic. I’d love to resume using it. I’m going onto their website right now to check.
Ed
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