Dupixent too expensive. Alternatives?
We have maxed out all our options. We had the copay card/virtual debit card, we've called our insurance, we've applied for a hardship application, I spent four hours on the phone and feel like I got no where.
Our next steps is to call our sons doctor.
Background: My son started dupixent 1.5 years ago, so we were covered for 6 months June-December 2025, then this year Jan-June. Now it's 932$ to get it shipped. We currently only do one shot a month so the remainder of the year is 3k and we simply can't afford it. If we have to we will go in debt because it's changed my son's life.
We tried all the creams, and diets, did bleach baths and wet wraps, he was miserable. We got a doctors note so the school nurse could apply his cream during the day etc
The shot is the only thing that had consistently worked but due to him growing our doctor suggested upping his shot to every 2 weeks.
Due to us being worried about the coverage we didn't do it yet but it's obvious he needs it as is skin condition is getting worse and I know we just can't afford it and I am heartbroken.
Obviously the first step is that I'll talk to his doctor but does anyone else have any experience with financial assistance?
I'm also curious to know about alternatives in case we need to take it into consideration. He's currently 6 years old.