How does the Nucala copay card work and do I qualify?
With a Nucala copay card, you may pay as little as $0 for out-of-pocket costs if you have commercial insurance. The maximum benefit per year is up to $15,000 for most patients.
How do I qualify for a Nucala Copay Card?
You may be eligible for a Nucala copay card if you:
- Have commercial insurance
- Are a resident of the United States (including Puerto Rico, the District of Columbia, and the US Virgin Islands)
- Have a prescription for Nucala for an indication approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
You are not eligible if you are eligible for or enrolled in a government-funded program, including:
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- TRICARE
Eligibility is determined each year, so you need to reapply for the copay card every year.
How much will I save with a Nucala Copay Card?
With the Nucala copay card you could pay as little as $0 for Nucala, but prices vary depending on your insurance provider and other factors. The program has an annual maximum of $15,000, except for patients with maximizer plans ($5,000 annual maximum).
If you receive medication from a healthcare provider, the program covers up to $100 for each in-office administration.
See the Nucala Copay Assistance Program Terms & Conditions for details.
How do I apply for the Nucala Copay Card?
You can apply for the Nucala Copay Card online using the link on the Nucala Price Guide page. You will be asked to fill out some information and provide a valid email address to see if you are eligible. You can also ask your healthcare provider to help you complete an enrollment form. You or your healthcare provider will be notified if you are eligible for the Nucala copay card program.
You can also call 800-691-1939 Monday-Friday, 8 am to 8 pm ET.
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How do I use the Nucala Copay Card?
You can give your Nucala Copay Card or the number on the card to the specialty pharmacy where you are getting your medication. You can do this when they call you to set up the delivery. The specialty pharmacy will then apply the copay card to your prescription to lower your out-of-pocket cost. If you are getting Nucala administered by a healthcare professional, show them your copay card.
Why is Nucala prescribed?
Nucala (mepolizumab) is approved by the FDA to treat:
- Severe asthma and with an eosinophilic phenotype
- Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis
- Hypereosinophilic syndrome
Nucala is an interleukin-5 receptor alpha antagonist. It works by blocking proteins in the immune system that cause inflammation in the body.
This is not all the information you need to know about Nucala (mepolizumab) for safe and effective use and does not take the place of your doctor’s directions. Review the full product information and discuss this information and any questions you have with your doctor or other health care provider.
References
- GSK for You [Accessed March 10, 2025] https://gskforyou.com/programs/copay-assistance/
- Nucala [Accessed March 10, 2025] https://www.nucala.com/
- Nucala [package insert]. Updated March 2023. GlaxoSmithKline LLC. Accessed March 10, 2025 at https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=fefb887c-e4ac-431e-8893-e9d1a5a63fea
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