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A member asked:

I had my 1st actemra (tocilizumab) infusion last december.i need to have that medication for 6 months but don't have money to continue it, any cheaper medication?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Contact company: Contact the Actemra (tocilizumab) company, genentech, directly. Explain to them your situation as they have assistance programs available. On the web, i would start with http://www.Genentech-access.Com/actemra/hcp.

Dr Mandelin agreed

Answered 12/16/2014

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Most people with RA: Do not need biologics. Other drugs available in combination can usually give equivalent results! They cost much, much less!

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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