Medication Assistance Programs
Access 2 Wellness
One of the broadest assistance programs. More than 1,000 prescription medications, for free or at a discount, to those who qualify.
866-317-2775
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
Partnership of pharmaceutical companies, doctors, health care providers, patient advocacy organizations, and community groups. Help for patients who qualify to get the medications they need through public or private programs.
888-477-2669
Rx Assist
Nonprofit group that provides information to healthcare providers to help patients get medications.
Rx Hope
Patient assistance company partially funded by pharmaceutical manufacturers. Promises fast response for some medications at no cost. Information on website about medications covered by assistance programs.
800-511-2120
Together RX Access
Free prescription savings program for people who qualify. For those who lack insurance for prescription drugs and are not eligible for Medicare.
800-444-4106
Free Medicine Program
Established by volunteers. Helps patients reduce or eliminate prescription drug costs.
800-921-0072
Spanish: (main desk only—7am to 1pm, M-F)
Pharmaceutical companies also provide assistance with prescription drugs for low-income families. Try contacting specific companies for details.
Abbott Laboratories (Depakote)
800-222-6885
Cephalon, Inc (Gabitril)
866-209-7589
Eisai (Zonegran)
866-694-2550
GlaxoSmithKline (Lamictal)
888-825-5249
Novartis (Tegretol, Trileptal)
800-277-2254
Ortho-McNeil (Topamax)
877-937-9682
800-652-6227
Pfizer (Dilantin, Neurontin, Zarontin)
866-776-3700
UCB Pharma (Keppra)
800-477-7877
Valeant (Diastat, Mysoline)
800-511-2120
Another resource: Epilepsy: Patient and Family Guide, 2nd edition, pages 135-138, by Orrin Devinsky, MD, F.A., Davis Company, 2002.11