Medicine Assistance Programs
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Cost is one of the most common reasons people give for not taking their medicines. But money doesn't have to stop you. Tell your healthcare professional or pharmacist if you're having trouble paying for your medicine. Your healthcare professional may be able to prescribe another drug that works just as well but costs less.
Ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist about “manufacturers' aid” or “patient assistance” programs. These are public and private programs that offer discounted or free medicines. Your income and often your age will determine whether you can get them. And some programs require your healthcare professional to apply for you.
Most programs will need to know this information:
- The name and dose of each prescription medication you are taking and how often you take it.
- Your monthly or annual gross income
- Your state of residence
- The name of any insurance program you're covered under (if any)
This link provides more information on a few programs and resources that you may find helpful: heart.org/en/health-topics/cardiac-rehab/managing-your-medicines/medicine-assistance-programs
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