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  • “I needed help with my medication payments. Getting help through Janssen CarePath was easy, they got it done right away.” Cindy P.
  • “Being young, and not having a base of support when it came to handling my new diagnosis, Janssen CarePath became the support I needed. They provided all the information to get the financial assistance I needed.” Savanna F.
  • “I could not do it without the assistance I have from Janssen CarePath. It’s nice to work with others who know, like I know, how important it is to get things resolved urgently. I didn’t have that before Janssen CarePath.” Cynthia Q.
  • “I have used Janssen CarePath, which has been pretty effective in reimbursing my monthly co-pay. The people are professional, well-trained, and the website is good.” John R.
  • “I use the Janssen CarePath savings card and support. I can’t say enough about all of the staff and customer service offered. They have been extremely helpful when I had questions.” Terrie S.
  • “The Janssen CarePath Savings Program has made a tremendous difference in my out-of-pocket expenses and is greatly appreciated.” John A.
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Janssen CarePath at a Glance

Understanding insurance

Health insurance and coverage can be confusing, no matter what type you have. We can help review and explain some of the different types of insurance and how they might affect you. 

Get help paying for medication

At Janssen CarePath, we don’t want cost to get in the way of your health. This is why we provide options and resources that can help you afford your Janssen medication.

Ongoing treatment

We understand starting a new medication can be tough. Janssen CarePath can provide you with tools and resources to help you get started and stay on track.  

Additional resources

When you need more help, it can be difficult to know where to find it. We can help direct you to places, organizations, and documents that you might need going forward.

Understanding insurance

Health insurance and coverage can be confusing, no matter what type you have. We can help review and explain some of the different types of insurance and how they might affect you. 

Get help paying for medication

At Janssen CarePath, we don’t want cost to get in the way of your health. This is why we provide options and resources that can help you afford your Janssen medication.

Ongoing treatment

We understand starting a new medication can be tough. Janssen CarePath can provide you with tools and resources to help you get started and stay on track.  

Additional resources

When you need more help, it can be difficult to know where to find it. We can help direct you to places, organizations, and documents that you might need going forward.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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What is UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® (selexipag) is a prescription medicine used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH, WHO Group 1), which is high blood pressure in the arteries of your lungs.

UPTRAVI® can help delay (slow down) the progression of your disease and lower your risk of being hospitalized for PAH.

It is not known if UPTRAVI® is safe and effective in children.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

  • Do not take UPTRAVI® if you take gemfibrozil because this medicine may affect how UPTRAVI® works and cause side effects
  • Do not take UPTRAVI® if you are allergic to selexipag or any of the ingredients in UPTRAVI®
  • Before you take UPTRAVI®, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
    • Have liver problems
    • Have narrowing of the pulmonary veins (veins in your lungs). This is called pulmonary veno-occlusive disease (PVOD)
    • Are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if UPTRAVI® will harm your unborn baby
    • Are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if UPTRAVI® passes into your breast milk. You and your doctor should decide if you will take UPTRAVI® or breastfeed. You should not do both
    • Are taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements

What are the possible side effects of UPTRAVI®?

The most common side effects are:

  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Jaw pain
  • Nausea
  • Muscle pain
  • Vomiting
  • Pain, redness or swelling at the injection site with UPTRAVI® for injection
  • Pain in arms or legs
  • Temporary reddening of the skin (flushing)
  • Joint pain
  • Low red blood cell count
  • Less appetite than usual
  • Rash

Talk to your doctor if you have a side effect that bothers you or does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of UPTRAVI®. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Keep UPTRAVI® and all other medicines away from children.

What other medicines might interact with UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® and other medicines may affect each other, causing side effects. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you are taking. Do not start any new medicine until you check with your doctor.

How should I take UPTRAVI®?

UPTRAVI® Tablets

  • Take UPTRAVI® exactly as your doctor tells you to take it. Usually, your doctor will have you take UPTRAVI® twice a day. Taking UPTRAVI® with food may help you tolerate UPTRAVI® better
  • Swallow UPTRAVI® tablets whole. Do not split, crush, or chew tablets
  • Tell your doctor if you have any form of liver disease. Your doctor may need to change your dose of UPTRAVI®
  • UPTRAVI® is measured in micrograms (mcg). Tablets come in the following strengths: 200, 400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400, and 1600 mcg

UPTRAVI® given by intravenous (IV) injection

  • Your healthcare provider will give you UPTRAVI® into your vein through an intravenous (IV) line
  • Your healthcare provider will decide how much UPTRAVI® for injection you will receive each day based on your current dose of UPTRAVI® tablets

Please see full Prescribing Information and Patient Product Information.

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