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costly meds

06-04-2003, 02:56 PM

Hello
I was just wondering if any of yall new of any way that I could get some kind of help with my meds. I have lost my insurance b/c my job cut my hours b/c I have been absent so much b/c of the ic. The elmiron is now almost $300 and I am on aterax/hydroxy, lexapro and uricit. I can't even afford to go to the doc anymore. I can't get any help from the health department either. I am worried b/c not only do I have ic but I have endometriosis too. I have had four surgeries in a year and now the stupid credit people are threating to garnish the little wages I do make. I am only 20 years old and on my own and so sick and stressed that I don't know what to do. Sorry to be so down and running my mouth but any suggestions would be greatful.

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06-04-2003, 10:54 PM

Here is a page about Drug Assistance programs:

http://www.ic-network.com/drugassistance/

Kim

Diagnosed August 2001

Current IC meds: Elmiron (since 2001), Levaquin (one pill after intercourse to prevent UTIs), Effexor (for depression & anxiety)

Past IC meds: Amitriptyline (Elavil), Hydroxyzine (Vistaril), Detrol LA, Lexapro (for depression & anxiety, but also helped my IC) (They all helped, but I was able to discontinue them.)

I've been virtually symptom free and able to eat & drink whatever I'd like for about 8 years now.

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