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15/09/2020

Does Copaxone need to be refrigerated?

Does Copaxone need to be refrigerated?

The ideal storage temperature is between 36°F and 46°F (2°C-8°C). Avoid leaving your COPAXONE® in a hot or cold car. When traveling with COPAXONE ® or when you are not able to refrigerate, prefilled syringes may be stored at room temperature between 59°F and 86°F (15°C-30°C), for up to 1 month.

How long can Copaxone stay out of fridge?

It may be left out of a refrigerator for up to one month at room temperature 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), as long as it is not exposed to high temperatures or intense light. Discard Copaxone if it is left unrefrigerated, accidentally frozen, or exposed to heat or extreme light.

Does Teva make Copaxone?

Teva has over 20 years of expertise in manufacturing COPAXONE®.

How long is Copaxone at room temperature?

Storage And Handling Store COPAXONE refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). If needed, the patient may store COPAXONE at room temperature, 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), for up to one month, but refrigeration is preferred. Avoid exposure to higher temperatures or intense light.

How long can glatiramer acetate stay unrefrigerated?

While refrigeration is preferred, you may keep Viatris’ Glatiramer Acetate Injection at room temperature (59°– 86° F) for up to 1 month when you do not have access to refrigeration. Liver problems, including liver failure, can occur with GLATIRAMER ACETATE INJECTION.

Who is the maker of Copaxone?

Copaxone is a registered trademark of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries LTD.

Who makes generic Copaxone?

Mylan’s 20 mg/mL and 40 mg/mL glatiramer acetate injections, generic versions of Teva’s Copaxone, were approved by the Food and Drug Administration in October 2017.

How much is Copaxone out of pocket?

More than 70% of COPAXONE® patients pay less than $10 per month out of pocket. Receive a co-pay card for COPAXONE® to use when filling your prescription or refills, subject to applicable program restrictions.

How much does MS cost yearly?

For the U.S., the total estimated cost of MS is $28 billion per year.

How long can glatiramer acetate be unrefrigerated?

If needed, the patient may store COPAXONE at room temperature, 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F), for up to one month, but refrigeration is preferred. Avoid exposure to higher temperatures or intense light.

Does glatiramer have to be refrigerated?

While refrigeration is preferred, Viatris’ Glatiramer Acetate Injection may be kept at room temperature (59-86°F or 15-30°C) for up to 1 month during travel or special circumstances when refrigeration may not be available. Make sure to bring enough supplies with you.

Can you take Copaxone in an autoinjector?

With the launch of the drug in an autoinjector, Teva offers Copaxone ® now in an easy-to-use and easy-to-handle device, making self-medication for patients living with MS easier and more convenient. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 2.3 million people are affected by MS worldwide.

When did Teva ypsomate and Copaxone come out?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 2.3 million people are affected by MS worldwide. Teva has already launched Copaxone ® in combination with the YpsoMate ® in Germany in March 2019 and will launch in other markets within the next few months.

What kind of autoinjector does Teva use?

The pre-filled autoinjector is based on Ypsomed’s YpsoMate ® platform and is designed for subcutaneous injection of liquid drugs. Teva opted for the 1.0 ml variant of the autoinjector with Teva specific colours of the device.

Where can I get 20 mg of Copaxone?

Order yours through Teva’s Shared Solutions . 20 mg are given just under the skin (subcutaneously). They can be administered with the autoject 2 for glass syringe or administered manually. Ready for fewer injections? Ask your doctor about 3-times-a-week COPAXONE ® 40 mg.