Avsola

Amgen SupportPlus Patient Guide: How to Get AVSOLA® (infliximab-axxq) at Low or No Cost

AVSOLA® (infliximab-axxq) is a biosimilar medication used to treat inflammatory conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and more. Amgen SupportPlus offers a Co-Pay Program that lets eligible patients pay as little as $0-$5 per dose with commercial insurance—no income limits—and the Amgen Safety Net Foundation provides it free for uninsured patients with financial need.[1][2][3][5]

About AVSOLA® and When It's Used

AVSOLA® is an intravenous (IV) infusion given in a doctor's office or clinic. It targets tumor necrosis factor (TNF), a protein causing inflammation in autoimmune diseases. It's approved for:

• Crohn’s Disease (adults and kids 6-17): Reduces symptoms and maintains remission when other treatments fail.[1]
• Ulcerative Colitis (adults and kids 6-17): Heals the gut, cuts steroid use, and induces remission.[1]
• Rheumatoid Arthritis (adults): With methotrexate, reduces joint damage and improves function.[1]
• Psoriatic Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Plaque Psoriasis (adults): Eases symptoms and slows progression.[1]

Dosing starts higher (e.g., 5 mg/kg) then maintenance every 8 weeks—your doctor tailors it. Always follow prescribing info and report side effects like infections to your doctor.[1]

Who Qualifies for Help?

Amgen has two main programs—pick based on your insurance:

1. Amgen SupportPlus Co-Pay Program (for commercial/private insurance):

   • Pay $0-$5 per dose after applying to deductible, co-pay, or co-insurance.[1][3]
   • No income eligibility—open to most with commercial plans.[1][3]
   • Annual max benefit (terms at AmgenSupportPlus.com/copay).[3]
   • Not for government insurance (Medicare/Medicaid).[3]

2. Amgen Safety Net Foundation (for uninsured or insurance denying coverage):

   • Free AVSOLA® if you have financial need.[5]
   • Income-based (typically <400-500% FPL, but call to confirm).[5]

Everyone qualifies for Amgen SupportPlus resources like prior auth help, regardless of finances.[2][4][5]

Income Eligibility Breakdown

The Co-Pay Program has no income limits. Safety Net requires financial need—contact them for details.[5]

Notes: Co-Pay is insurance-based, not income. Safety Net for uninsured; exact thresholds vary—apply to check.[1][3][5]

Insurance Requirements

• Commercial/Private Insurance: Eligible for Co-Pay Card (if no accumulator limits).[1][3]
• Medicare/Medicaid/Government: Not for Co-Pay; try Safety Net if denied coverage.[3][5]
• Uninsured: Safety Net if income-qualified.[5]

Call 866-264-2778 (Mon-Fri 9am-8pm ET) to check plan limits.[3][5]

Step-by-Step Application Process

For Co-Pay Program (Easiest):

1. Ask your doctor for AVSOLA® prescription.
2. Visit AmgenSupportPlus.com/copay or call 866-264-2778.[1][3]
3. Get digital/physical Co-Pay Card—activate online or by phone.[3]
4. Show card at infusion—pay $0-$5/dose.[1][3]

For Safety Net Foundation:

1. Confirm uninsured/denied by insurance.[5]
2. Doctor submits enrollment (forms via Amgen Assist® or portal).[5][7]
3. Provide proof of income, no insurance (e.g., tax return, pay stubs).[5]
4. Apply at amgensafetynetfoundation.com or call support.[5]

Your doctor/HCP often handles benefit verification, prior auth via Amgen SupportPlus.[4][5] Use PrescriberPoint for forms if needed.[7]

Timeline and Delivery

• Co-Pay: Instant—card works same-day at pharmacy/infusion.[3]
• Safety Net: 2-4 weeks processing; drug shipped to doctor's office.[5]
• Delivery: IV infusion only—at clinic/hospital, not home.[1][7]

Amgen helps with prior auth (1-2 weeks).[4]

If Denied or Need Alternatives

• Denied Co-Pay? Check accumulator rules; call 866-264-2778.[3]
• No Insurance Help? Apply Safety Net.[5]
• Biosimilar Alternative: Remicade® (infliximab)—original, similar help via Janssen CarePath.[1]
• Other options: PAN Foundation, NeedyMeds, or state programs.

Important Disclaimer

This guide summarizes public info as of 2026—programs change. Not medical/financial advice. Eligibility/terms at AmgenSupportPlus.com or amgensafetynetfoundation.com. Consult doctor/Amgen (866-264-2778). See full Prescribing Info for risks. Amgen not liable for guide info.[1][3][5]