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Posted by New one on March 9, 2002, at 13:50:07
Hi. Has anyone ever gone through the assistance program with Glaxowellcome? I am not able to work full time now, have no insurance because of this. Seems this program might help me afford the Wellbutrin. Any experiences to relate?
Thanks everyone -- it is great to have your support.
Posted by medlib on March 9, 2002, at 17:36:58
In reply to Free Wellbutrin from Glaxowellcome?, posted by New one on March 9, 2002, at 13:50:07
Hi new one--
I take Wellbutrin SR and have no insurance, but I'm not sure the Pt. Asst. program from GW is worth the hassle--this company makes you jump through lots of hoops for what they supply. Best info (that I know of) on all the products/programs available is at
http://www.needymeds.comMany drug co.s stop providing assistance on meds once those meds lose patent protection (and their huge profit margins); I'm surprised regular Wellbutrin is still offered now that generic has been available for awhile. W. SR is new, so will be patent protected for the indefinite future. *Because* it's new, pdocs often will have generous supplies of samples; or, often they can get more from the drug reps. It would be worth asking your pdoc about.
Well wishes---medlib
Posted by ST on March 10, 2002, at 0:16:05
In reply to Re: Free Wellbutrin from Glaxowellcome? » New one, posted by medlib on March 9, 2002, at 17:36:58
They really do make you jump through hoops to get the Wellbutrin. But at one time, I really needed the assistance and got a bunch of Wellbutrin! There's a lot of paperwork, so make sure your doctor helps you. Supposedly, they have to sit on the phone and deal with several departments within Glaxo (???) and most doctors don't want to be bothered with it.
Good luck,
Sarah
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