Summary
Acorda Therapeutics is a major biotechnical company founded in 1995. Their specific focus is geared towards developing and providing the best treatment possible for all central nervous system related disorders. Acorda Therapeutics offers tailored therapy programs that are aimed specifically at restoring neurological function and providing relief in conditions such as spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, and Spasticity.
Zanaflex was launched by Acorda Therapeutics in 1996. It is a short-acting medication for the treatment of Spasticity and should not be used on a regular basis. Zanaflex is available in tablet and capsule form.
Eligibility
National Organization for Rare Disorders provides Acorda Therapeutics patient assistance program. NORD offers an one year supply of Zanaflex at no cost to those who are eligible for the program. Eligibility is based off of the following requirements:
You must be a citizen of the United States or it's Territories.
You must not be eligible for or covered by any private, public, or Medicare Part D prescription coverage programs.
You must be diagnosed with Spasticity.
You must meet an undisclosed income guideline.
SOURCE: 2008 HHS Poverty Guidelines
| Persons in Family or Household |
48 Contigous States and D.C. |
Alaska |
hawaii |
| 1 |
$10,400 |
$13,000 |
$11,960 |
| 2 |
$14,000 |
$17,500 |
$16,100 |
| 3 |
$17,600 |
$22,000 |
$20,240 |
| 4 |
$21,200 |
$26,500 |
$24,380 |
| 5 |
$24,800 |
$31,000 |
$28,520 |
| 6 |
$28,400 |
$35,500 |
$32,660 |
| 7 |
$32,000 |
$40,000 |
$36,800 |
| 8 |
$35,600 |
$44,500 |
$40,940 |
| For each addtional person, add |
$3,600 |
$4,500 |
$4,140 |
What’s Next?
Fill out the program enrollment form located to your right. If you don’t see an enrollment form available please call
Acorda Therapeutics program directly. After filling out the enrollment form please bring the form to your doctor for proper
signatures and procedures. Do not forget a self stamped envelope for them to mail in your application to the program.
Other Tips
If you have any questions please call the Acorda Therapeutics program directly
Fill out as much of the information on the enrollment form as possible. The more information you have pre-filled the
easier the progrm is to enroll in
Write down the refill dates for your program and set a reminder here on PatientAssistance.com so that you don’t run out
of medication.
Do not write messy on your forms as this will delay any response
Call and write thank you notes to Acorda Therapeutics program. Without their help millions of people will be without
medication.
