About Epipen JR It is available in brand and generic versions. Alternate brands include Adrenaclick. Generic epinephrine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
What is the alternative to EpiPen?
Now there are a variety of EpiPen alternatives available on the market: Adrenaclick. Auvi-Q. Symjepi.Aug 8, 2019
What are the two types of Epipens?
EpiPen® and EpiPen Jr®
Who owns Mylan?
Viatris
Is EpiPen owned by Pfizer?
(AP) — Pfizer Inc. Mylan, which is based in Maryland, owns the rights to the EpiPen brand, but the devices are manufactured by Pfizer. EpiPens, which are auto-injectable devices that deliver the drug epinephrine, are used for emergency treatment of a life-threatening allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis.
Who is the CEO of EPI pens?
Heather Bresch
Is Heather Bresch still CEO of Mylan?
Mylan N.V. recently merged with Pfizer's UpJohn division to form Viatris Inc. and announced the resignation of Chief Executive Officer Heather M. Bresch, effective . Heather Bresch is the 67th CEO from the Equilar 500 to announce their resignation in 2020.
Is Mylan EpiPen a monopoly?
Because of Mylan's monopoly and exclusionary practices, the EpiPen is extraordinarily expensive and out of the reach of many who desperately need it. Mylan's conduct foreclosed Auvi-Q's presence and maintained the EpiPen's monopoly position.Jun 7, 2021
Who owns Mylan EpiPen?
Pfizer
What is the EpiPen scandal?
As we reported two weeks ago, court documents show that Heather Bresch, the former CEO of Mylan, played an integral role in the EpiPen pricing scandal that saw the price of a two-pack skyrocket from $124 in 2009 to $609 in 2016.
What is the generic for EpiPen Jr?
The FDA-approved generic version of EpiPen Jr (epinephrine injection; Mylan) Auto-Injector 0.15mg is now available, according to Teva Pharmaceuticals.
How do I get EpiPen Jr for free?
If you don't want to enter your information online, you can call 1-800-395-3376 (a number found at epipen.com) and give your name and address. Your co-pay card will be mailed to you. 2. Make sure you have a prescription for your EpiPen.
Is there a shortage of EpiPen Jr?
The Pfizer/Mylan supply shortage of brand and generic EpiPen and EpiPen Jr that was first announced in 2018 is ongoing as of September 2019, with no end in sight.Oct 1, 2019