New numbers

[BigAndStrongSoul]

Went to doctor today for number

May 2 2017

T Cell 586

Viral load 2016

Almost 3 years without meds

My doctor said that my viral load is low and that I'm pretty much like a normal person

Was going to Drug store to get Triumec but the co pay is 1300.






IT been two years....still no on meds

(found out in September so probably had it longer)

September 2014

T-cell: 524

Viral : 126

March 2015

T-cell : 694

Viral :500

September 2015

T cell: 624

Viral 500

June 2016

T Cell : 700

574

[BigAndStrongSoul]

Oh yeah I was around my sister and niece when they were sick but o didn't get sick plus I did experience jet lag from trip to LA

[Ptrk3]

BigAndStrongSoul:  glad to read a posting from you, since it's been a while.  Glad to read that your numbers are good and that, perhaps, you are one of the lucky longer-term nonprogressors/elite controllers.  It's good to read that you remain in medical care and keep regular doctor appointments.

One thing you may wish to discuss with your doctor is the possibility of going on antiretroviral medication soon, since that's what most HIV experts advise regardless of CD4 count.  Perhaps that is a discussion you have already had, since it appears that you were contemplating getting a prescription for Triumeq, but were put off by the co-pay.

I don't know all the details of your insurance and the like, but there are co-pay assistance cards that may be available to you (depending on certain requirements).
You may wish to access the link below and discuss with your doctor:

https://triumeqhcp.com/patient-savings/

Do keep in touch and let us know of your continuing progress.

Best wishes.

[Jim Allen]

My doctor said that my viral load is low and that I'm pretty much like a normal person

Well were all normal  Except for the HIV VL that is causing uncontrolled & also unmeasured damage .

On the copay Patrick has given so good information, this page might also help?
https://www.poz.com/basics/hiv-basics/drug-assistance-programs

Take it easy

Jim

[BigAndStrongSoul]

Thank you both. I didn't realize that someone thought me, it makes feel better to know that. Just a quick question. Is there any medicine available with at least a 59 dollar copay to 120?

Triumpec may be out of my budget so I would like to know what brand medicine do you both take.

Thanks for the info.

[Ptrk3]

Your copay is related to your type of insurance and the type of drug it is (brand name, generic) and often whether it is purchased in a retail pharmacy or though a mail-order pharmacy, so copay's vary widely, so you really won't be able to pin down a $59 to $120 copay until all these facts are known.

You could check with your insurer or check out your insurer's drug "formularly" for more information.

Also, you should know that many of the copay assistance cards are not dependent on income (i.e., have no "low income" requirement).  You simply need to understand the type of insurance you have and the requirements of the copay assistance card.

I take Atripla and use a copay assistance card for it.

[BigAndStrongSoul]

Ok. It feel like I'm buying a house lol

[Ptrk3]

If you have an insurance that "fits" and qualify for a copay card, it's quite possible that you will pay $0 for your antiretroviral medication.  Many people on these forums pay little or nothing for their meds (regardless of income).

You need only take the time to explore your options (it doesn't take long).  It's well worth the effort and you may find that you can save thousands of dollars (truly).

[BigAndStrongSoul]

Ok and Thank very much!