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Like many patients, knowing what you may pay for treatment can be a major concern. That’s why
The list price for self-injected ORENCIA is $4,851 per
month.* Most patients with prescription coverage will
pay less.
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ORENCIA Costs by Type of Insurance:
If you have commercial insurance
Commercially insured patients who qualify for the co-pay program may pay as little as $5 per monthly supply.†
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to request an Insurance Benefits Review and Co-pay Card information, or to request an activated Co-pay Card.If you have Medicare
Patients who have prescription insurance through Medicare may pay $0 to $1,487 per month for ORENCIA. Over 80% of Medicare patients pay $25 or less per month.‡ For self-injected ORENCIA, your costs are determined by your pharmacy coverage such as Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage (Part C), by your coverage phase, and your income level. Use this link to learn about costs for Medicare drug coverage. Certain patients may be eligible for Low-Income Subsidy, also known as “Extra Help”. Use this link to learn more.
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to request an Insurance Benefits Review.If you have Medicaid
Patients who have Medicaid may pay $0 to $20 per month for ORENCIA. To find out if you qualify for Medicaid, or to get more information about
If you do not have insurance coverage
If you do not have prescription drug coverage or your insurance does not cover self-injected ORENCIA, you may pay the list price shown above with any additional pharmacy charges or discounts based on where you purchase your medicine.
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*As of January 2021, for a 28-day supply. List price is also known as wholesale acquisition cost or WAC. WAC is the price at which pharmaceutical manufacturers sell their products to wholesalers. Most people do not pay the list price for ORENCIA.
†For eligible commercially insured patients, the patient pays $5 out-of-pocket per one‑month supply and the program covers a maximum of $15,000 in co-pays per calendar year (excluding certain dispensing costs), subject to monthly maximums. Restrictions may apply. See Terms and Conditions.
‡Source: National Claims Provider, November 2019 - October 2020. Calculated based on 30-day supply, excluding reversed, rejected, and null value claims.
This is a summary of important information that you need to know in order to take ORENCIA safely. Work with the rheumatologist to make the treatment suitable and safe for you or your loved one. Keep this information, so you can refer to it before and during your treatment.
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ORENCIA (abatacept) is a prescription biologic medicine for:
Adult Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
ORENCIA is used to reduce signs and symptoms of moderate to severe Rheumatoid Arthritis in adults 18 years and older. Taking ORENCIA may prevent further damage to your bones and joints, and may help your ability to perform daily activities. ORENCIA may help those who are not getting the results they need with other medicines for RA.
In adults, ORENCIA may be used alone or with other RA treatments other than Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors or biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs), such as tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonists.
Polyarticular Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (pJIA)
ORENCIA is used to reduce signs and symptoms of moderate to severe polyarticular JIA in patients 2 years of age and older. ORENCIA may be used alone or with methotrexate (MTX).
Adult Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)
ORENCIA is used to reduce signs and symptoms of active Psoriatic Arthritis in adults 18 years and older. In adults, ORENCIA may be used alone or with other PsA treatments.
ORENCIA should not be used with other strong medicines that affect the immune system, such as bDMARDs and JAK inhibitors.
ORENCIA is available in two forms:
ORENCIA intravenous (IV) infusion is given by your healthcare provider through a vein in your arm.
ORENCIA subcutaneous (SC) injection is a shot that is given just under your skin. It is available as a prefilled syringe or a ClickJect™ Autoinjector.
What should I discuss with my rheumatologist before starting ORENCIA?
What should I avoid while I am on ORENCIA?
ORENCIA and other medicines may affect each other, which could cause serious side effects. You should avoid taking ORENCIA with other biologics that may affect your immune system. Doing so may increase your chances of getting a serious infection.
What are the possible side effects of ORENCIA?
This is a list of some of the possible side effects of ORENCIA for your reference.
Serious side effects
Serious side effects are those that may require medical treatment or hospitalization, cause permanent damage, or be life-threatening or sometimes even fatal. Talk to your healthcare provider about any concerns you may have.
Most common side effects
The most common side effects of ORENCIA include:
In children and adolescents, other side effects may include:
These are not all of the possible side effects of ORENCIA. If you have any questions or want more information about side effects, ask your rheumatologist or healthcare provider.
If you experience any side effects and would like to report them to the FDA, you can call
How will I receive ORENCIA?
ORENCIA is available in two forms, as intravenous (IV) infusions and as subcutaneous (SC) injections. Work with your rheumatologist to determine the right treatment plan for you or your child.
ORENCIA IV infusion is given by a healthcare provider through a vein in your arm.
ORENCIA SC injection is a shot that is given just under your skin. It is available as a prefilled syringe or ClickJect™ Autoinjector.
If your rheumatologist decides that your injections can be given at home, you or your caregiver will receive training on how to prepare and inject ORENCIA. Do not try to inject ORENCIA until you have been shown the right way by your rheumatologist or healthcare provider.
Please click here to read the Patient Information in the Full Prescribing Information.
ORENCIA can cause serious side effects, including serious infections, allergic reactions, hepatitis B infection in carriers of the virus, interactions with vaccines, respiratory problems with COPD, and cancer. Side effects of ORENCIA, which are considered common, include: headache, upper respiratory tract infection, sore throat and nausea. Other side effects in children and adolescents may include diarrhea, cough, fever, and abdominal pain. This is not a complete list of all side effects with ORENCIA. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effects while taking ORENCIA.
Please read more information about potential side effects with ORENCIA throughout this website.
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