This was just released, not yet in pharmacies, but it should be soon. Merck hasn't released the price of it yet either, but it could be a solid contender for any of the Gilead products. Merck tends to fight the Gilead market share with lower prices too. Keep your eye open for this one and mention it to your doctor as well.
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Tig said
Aug 5, 2017
I answered in the other thread. I moved this to the General discussion thread from the New Members section.
Lindsmatt52 said
Aug 5, 2017
I may have posted this question in the wrong spot, so will post it here as well. Please forgive me if I am not following the correct protocol! Still learning the ins and outs of this forum.
Can someone please explain the necessity of the Viekira Pak and Ribavirin over another medication? My doctor recommended Epclusa because I tested resistant to both Harvoni and Zepatier. My insurance company denied both the Zepatier (before denial) and the Epclusa but said they would pay for Viekira and Ribi. My doctor's office said it was likely all about money, but just wondering why they would suggest that treatment. Naturally, the insurance company would give me no explanation and said that information could only be discussed with my provider. I'm still waiting on a response from my first appeal but really don't want to do the Viekira and Ribi if I don't have to. Thanks.
I'll definitely check it out. Thank you, Tig!
Lindsay,
This was just released, not yet in pharmacies, but it should be soon. Merck hasn't released the price of it yet either, but it could be a solid contender for any of the Gilead products. Merck tends to fight the Gilead market share with lower prices too. Keep your eye open for this one and mention it to your doctor as well.
Mavyret
Okay. Thanks!
Lindsay,
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I answered in the other thread. I moved this to the General discussion thread from the New Members section.
I may have posted this question in the wrong spot, so will post it here as well. Please forgive me if I am not following the correct protocol! Still learning the ins and outs of this forum.
Can someone please explain the necessity of the Viekira Pak and Ribavirin over another medication? My doctor recommended Epclusa because I tested resistant to both Harvoni and Zepatier. My insurance company denied both the Zepatier (before denial) and the Epclusa but said they would pay for Viekira and Ribi. My doctor's office said it was likely all about money, but just wondering why they would suggest that treatment. Naturally, the insurance company would give me no explanation and said that information could only be discussed with my provider. I'm still waiting on a response from my first appeal but really don't want to do the Viekira and Ribi if I don't have to. Thanks.