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  • Ally

    Moderator
    January 2, 2019 at 9:57 am

    This is interesting news, Jean. Thanks for sharing. What are your thoughts?

  • Ruthie Baker

    Member
    January 2, 2019 at 1:43 pm

    would be great to have a “rescue “ inhaler.  My PD meds just doesn’t cut it.  Will insurances cover the cost?  My mom was told about a pill that was approved for yet it would have cost her $300 for one script.  And it wouldn’t extend her life.  Just maybe help her cope better.  Wasn’t worth the money.  But I’m hopeful for this inhaler.

     

  • Deleted User

    Deleted User
    January 2, 2019 at 6:44 pm

    I dont have “off” times … yet.   I always seem to be “off”  LOL.   As for your insurance question Ruthie, it depends on who your carrier is. I do believe if you are on a Medicare Part D drug plan; if drug is not on formulary, your Dr. can write a letter to provider to add it if your Dr. feels you need it.   Worth talking to your Dr. about.

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