1. Ask your doctor if it’s possible to get a generic version of a drug.
2. If a generic version is unavailable or your doctor recommends you take a brand-name medication, you should ask if a discount coupon or a free trial is available.
3. There are also several websites that you can find and print COPD coupons.  For example, you can find an Advair coupon on DrugCouponZone.com or a Spiriva coupon on InternetDrugCoupons.com.
4. On Xubex.com, patients can receive up to 30 day supply of select popular brand medications absolutely free.
5. RXSavingsPlus.com offers a discount card that is accepted in many pharmacies.
6. Filling your prescription at some pharmacies may be more expensive than others (even though it’s for the exact same medicine).  Consider checking to see if the price of your medication is cheaper at the pharmacy in Wal-Mart, Cosco or Sam’s Club.
7. If you can’t afford your medication, you might quality for patient financial assistance directly from the pharmaceutical company. If the pharmaceutical company that makes your prescription is not on the list below, just try searching Google for the name of your pharmaceutical company + patient assistance.
   • You can see if you quality for financial help from GlaxoSmithKline here.
   • You can see if you quality for financial help from Merck here.
   • You can see if you quality for financial help from Boehringer Ingelheim here.
   • You can see if you quality for financial help from Astrazeneca here.
   • You can see if you quality for financial help from Bristol-Myers Squibb here.

Remember, you shouldn’t modify the recommended dosage of your medication to save money and you should always take your medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider.  Also, do not buy medication from questionable sources – make sure you get your prescriptions from legitimate pharmacies.

Asmanex Twisthaler Coupon

Asmanex is the branded version of mometasone, a steroid (in the corticosteroids class of drugs) used to treat inflammation in the lungs.  Since asthma is partially caused by a narrowing of the airways due to inflammation, Asmanex can be an effective treatment option.  It may take up to two weeks before you’ll see your symptoms start to improve and the frequency of asthma attacks start to be reduced.  Remember, Asmanex is not meant to be used when as asthma attack is already in progress!

Asmanex Twisthaler is inhaled orally once a day (or as directed by your doctor).  Dosage is based on the severity of your asthma and how well you’ve responded to other treatments.  Gargling and rinsing your mouth after each use may help to prevent hoarseness and oral yeast infections.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, but don’t double up.  If it’s almost time to take the next dose anyway, just resume your normal dosing schedule.

Asmanex should be stored at room temperature and away from light and moisture.  You should discard the inhaler 45 days after opening the protective pouch or if you’ve used up all the inhalations (whichever one comes first).

Some of the side effects of Asmanex may include:

• allergic reactions (hives, swelling of face, lips, tongue, throats, etc.)
• trouble breathing
• wheezing
• skin rash, numbness, pain, bruising, tingling
• changes in shape or location of body fat
• worsening of asthma symptoms
• headaches
• runny or stuffy nose
• muscle or join pain, muscle weakness
• tiredness
• deepened voice
• changes in menstrual periods
• nausea, upset stomach, loss of appetite

Coupons and Discounts

You can get a 30 doses of the Asmanex 220mcg Twisthaler for free by filling out the form here.  You’ll obviously need a prescription from your doctor before you can redeem your coupon.

You can also save $10 on each refill of Asmanex for a total savings of up to $120 per year.  Just click here, fill out the form and bring the coupon to your local pharmacy with your prescription!

The site does not give complete information about Asmanex or any disease and the information it does contain may not even apply to your case.  For complete information, you should consult a doctor or a health care professional.  The information on this site should not substitute the judgment or knowledge of a health care professional.

Ventolin HFA

Ventolin HFA, the branded version of albuterol,  makes it easier to breathe by relaxing the muscles that surround the airways.  It’s used to treat a number of conditions of the lung including asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.  Ventolin HFA can start working in as little as 15 minutes and continue to help for up to 6 hours.

Take $15 off your Ventolin HFA prescription.    You can use the coupon up to 4 times per calendar year – that’s a total of $60 in savings!

Here’s how you do it:

1. Print the coupon
2. Talk to your doctor and ask if Ventolin is a good match for you
3. Take the coupon you printed out in step 1 and your Ventolin prescription from the doctor and et your discount  the pharmacy
4. When you need refill, print out another coupon.  Remember, you can only use the coupon 4 times per calendar year.

The usual doese of Ventolin HFA is 1-2 inhalation every 4-6 hours.   The inhaler should be stored at room temperature, and kept away from excessive heat.  Also, Ventolin HFA has a dosage counter which tells you how many inhalations you have left before you run out.

Some of the side effects of Ventolin HFA include:

• Nervousness
• Shaking (tremor)
• Mouth and throat dryness or irritation
• Cough
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Trouble Sleeping
• Nausea
• Fast heartbeat
• Muscle cramps or weakness

The site does not give complete information about Xopenex or any disease and the information it does contain may not even apply to your case.  For complete information, you should consult a doctor or a health care professional.  The information on this site should not substitute the judgment or knowledge of a health care professional.

There’s currently a promotion for a free Xopenex Inhaler holder.  You just need to fill out some basic information and they’ll send it to you in the mail.  No purchase is required.

Xopenex comes in two forms – an inhaler/puffer and a nebulized solution.  An inhaler or puffer is pressurized and delivers a dose of medication when a person pushes the button on top.  A nebulizer  delivers a medication dose by passing air over a liquid form of the medication and creating a mist.  Xopenex should be used as directed by your doctor.  It’s important that you don’t use it more than what has directed by your doctor because an increased need for medication might be a warning sign of an approaching serious asthma attack.

Xopenex should be stored in its protective foil pouch at room temperature.  Keep it away from light and heat.  If you miss a dose, just take the missed dose as soon as you remember.  You should not take twice the usual dosage.

It’s important to talk to your doctor to make sure Xopenex is right for you and to make sure you know how to properly get the medication into your lungs.

Some of the most common Xopenex side effects include:

• allergic reactions
• worsening of respiratory symptoms
• chest pain
• dizziness
• tremor
• nervousness
• anxiety
• headache
• cough
• runny nose
• upset stomach
• leg cramp

The site does not give complete information about Xopenex or any disease and the information it does contain may not even apply to your case.  For complete information, you should consult a doctor or a health care professional.  The information on this site should not substitute the judgment or knowledge of a health care professional.

Symbicort is a treatment option for asthma and COPD. It contains budesonide (an inflammation-reducing steroid) and formoterol (relaxes muscles in the airways). Symbicort is not intended to replace a fast acting inhaler and should not be used during an asthma attack.  It’s usually taken with a combination of other drugs and the dosage may vary.  You’ll need to prime the inhaler before using it for the first time, if you drop it, or if you haven’t used it for more than 7 days by pumping two test sprays into the air away from your face.  You should also shake the inhaler for 5 seconds before each use.  It also can take 2 weeks before you start seeing improvement in your asthma/COPD symptoms.

Symbicort should be stored at room temperature, away from sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.  Try to keep the cover of your Symbicort inhaler on when you’re not using it.

Note that Symbicort may increase the chances of an asthma-related death. As always, consult with your doctor before taking Symbicort.

The most common side effects include:

• Worsening asthma symptoms
• Chest pain
• Wheezing and other breathing problems
• Fever, chills, flu symptoms
• Blurred vision
• Sores in mouth/throat
• Hypertension
• Headache
• Back pain
• Nausea, vomiting, upset stomach
• Joint/muscle pain

The site does not give complete information about Xopenex or any disease and the information it does contain may not even apply to your case.  For complete information, you should consult a doctor or a health care professional.  The information on this site should not substitute the judgment or knowledge of a health care professional.