Apidra Prescribing & Dosing Schedule

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Apidra(insulin glulisine, human)

Apidra 100 UNT/ML in 3 ML Pen Injector

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Dosage & Administration

* See Full Prescribing Information for important administration instructions.
* Individualize and adjust the dosage of APIDRA based on route of administration, individual's metabolic needs, blood glucose monitoring results, and glycemic control goal.
* Dosage adjustments may be needed when switching from another insulin, with changes in physical activity, changes in concomitant medications, changes in meal patterns, changes in renal or hepatic function or during acute illness.
* Subcutaneous Injection:
* Inject within 15 minutes before a meal or within 20 minutes after starting a meal into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm.
* Rotate injection sites within the same region to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis.
* Should generally be used in regimens with an intermediate or long-acting insulin.

* Continuous Subcutaneous Infusion (Insulin Pump):
* Refer to the insulin infusion pump user manual to see if APIDRA can be used. Use in accordance with the insulin pump instructions for use.
* Administer by continuous subcutaneous infusion using an insulin pump in a region recommended in the instructions from the pump manufacturer.
* Rotate infusion sites within the same region to reduce the risk of lipodystrophy and localized cutaneous amyloidosis.
* Do not mix with other insulins or diluents in the pump.

* Intravenous Administration: Administer only under medical supervision after diluting to concentrations from 0.05 to 1 unit/mL APIDRA in 0.9% sodium chloride injection, USP using polyvinyl chloride infusion bags.

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Apidra Prior Authorization Resources

Most recent state uniform prior authorization forms

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Arizona - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Colorado - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Hawaii - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jul 26, 2024Illinois - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Indiana - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Louisiana - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Minnesota - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024New Hampshire - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024New Mexico - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Oregon - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jun 26, 2024Texas - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jul 07, 2024Washington - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

Verified: Jul 07, 2024Wisconsin - Uniform Prior Authorization Form

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Overview

Reduce patient OOP costs for drug (and occasionally for drug administration/infusion costs or drug-related test costs)

Patient benefit

A portion (or all) of patient OOP (deductible, copay), typically up to monthly and/or annual max

Patient eligibility

Patient must enroll or activate (may permit HCPs to enroll on patient’s behalf for HCP-administered drugs)
Generally, must have commercial insurance (rarely, may permit uninsured patients to use)
May never be used with government insurance

How to sign up

Cards may be downloadable digital cards or hard copies
Some pharmacos offer debit cards with pre-loaded copay benefit
Typically, available through multiple channels (e.g., rep to HCP to patient; pharmacy to patient; patient via website, Hub live agent, or copay vendor (live agent or IVR); patient and HCP via Hub enrollment form)
Some HCP-administered product programs permit HCPs to enroll on a patient’s behalf through via Hub form

Foundation programs

Sanofi Patient Assistance Connection - Patient

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Overview

Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations provide direct cost-sharing and other support (e.g., travel, counseling) through disease-state funds to indigent patients on first-come first-served basis
These organizations may receive financial contributions from drug manaufacturers for particular disease-state funds that cannot provide funds directly to patients - the foundation must be independent/unaligned

Patient benefit

Patients apply for grants that cover a portion (or all) of their out-of-pocket costs (deductibles and copays) until the grant is exhausted

Patient eligibility

Patients must apply and meet eligibility criteria including income level (typically a multiple of federal poverty line), specific diagnosis, insurance status, etc.

How to sign up

Patients submit proof of out-of-pocket drug costs to charities for reimbursement

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Apidra Patient Education

Getting started on Apidra

Instructions For Use: Diabetes

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Doctor Discussion Guide: Considering Mealtime Insulin

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Doctor Discussion Guide: 3-6 Month Checkup

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Doctor Discussion Guide: Annual Checkup

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Apidra FAQs

How is the dosage of Apidra?Apidra is available in 2 dosages, including 100 unt/ml Pen Injector 3 ml and 100 unt/ml Sol

What does Apidra treat?Apidra treats Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Hyperglycemia

What is Apidra made of?Apidra contains insulin glulisine, human which is a Insulin Analog

How Is Apidra Administered?Apidra is administered as a Injectable

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