Managing inflammatory bowel disease like ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease requires consistent medication, but the financial burden of prescriptions can feel overwhelming. For many patients, the high monthly cost creates difficult choices between essential medication and other necessities.
The Rx Advocates can help you apply for Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs), which grant unlimited access to Uceris at a fraction of the retail cost. If you need financial assistance to cover other prescription medications, we can help you apply for multiple programs.
What is the Uceris Patient Assistance Program?
Pharmaceutical companies sponsor programs for patients requiring corticosteroid therapy who face financial barriers. The program ensures qualifying individuals maintain consistent access to Uceris.
You provide your physician’s prescription and household income documentation. Our team handles all paperwork, submits your application, and monitors progress until approval. Once enrolled, your medication is covered.
We’re a prescription advocacy program that helps people apply for financial assistance programs offered by US-based pharmaceutical companies. These programs guarantee much more substantial savings than a coupon, savings card, or copay program.
How to Qualify
Eligibility is based on a few criteria. You’ll qualify to get started with us if they are one of the following:
- Singles earning less than $40,000 annually
- Couples with combined annual income less than $60,000
- Larger families with annual income less than $100,000
- Valid prescription from licensed healthcare provider
However, it’s important to note that even if you meet these guidelines, approval isn’t guaranteed. Eligibility guidelines vary across programs.
Cost of Uceris
with The Rx Advocates
The monthly service fee depends on the number of medications you take. For example:
$80 / Month
$90 / Month
$100 / Month
$110 / Month
NOTE: In addition to our monthly service fee, we charge a one-time enrollment fee of $35.
Our service is month-to-month, so if you’re not happy with it, you may cancel at any time.
The Rx Advocates Can Help Reduce Uceris Costs
Our pricing model is simple and transparent. Our clients pay a one-time enrollment fee and a fixed monthly service fee depending on the number of medications they receive.
Our pricing stays consistent, even if the retail price of your medication fluctuates. What you see is what you get. Our service is month to month, so if you’re unhappy with it, you may cancel at any time.
Here’s an added convenience: you won’t need to make trips to the pharmacy because we arrange for home delivery. We also handle refills at no extra charge.
Cost of Uceris vs Other Options
$80.00/month
$2196
* Source: GoodRx.com
Last Updated: September 29, 2025. Actual retail prices may vary by pharmacy and location.
Why Patient Assistance Programs Beat Coupons
While coupons can offer short-term savings, it’s crucial to be aware of their limitations. Patient assistance programs provide greater long-term savings.
Coupon limitations
- Usage restrictions: Limited in where and how they can be used, valid only at certain pharmacy chains
- Copay accumulators: Might not count toward out-of-pocket maximum
- Expiration dates: Cannot be used after expiration
- Limited impact: Even with coupons, medication can remain expensive
PAP advantages
- Sustainable solution: Offer long-term savings unlike temporary coupons
- Substantial savings: Save significantly more than savings cards or coupons
- Fixed costs: Monthly fees stay consistent
- Home delivery: Medications delivered with refills at no extra charge
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
We’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions about Uceris and patient assistance programs.
With The Rx Advocates, patients pay a fixed monthly service fee, which depends on the number of medications covered.
- 1 Medication (Uceris only) – $80 per month
- 2 Medications (Uceris + 1 other) – $90 per month
- 3 Medications (Uceris + 2 others) – $100 per month
- 4+ Medications – $110 per month
Importantly, there are no hidden fees, and prices remain consistent even if retail costs fluctuate.
Without a patient assistance program, Uceris is expensive. Right now, retail prices of Uceris differ based on multiple factors.
Several factors influence the final price a patient may pay:
- Dosage: Higher prescribed strengths or quantities cost more
- Location: Prices vary by region due to healthcare and pharmacy pricing differences
- Pharmacy: Each pharmacy sets its own retail structure, which can cause major variations
- Insurance Coverage: Patients with commercial insurance may pay less, while those without coverage often face the full retail cost
This means that two patients could pay very different amounts for the same prescription, depending on where they live, where they buy their medication, and their insurance status.
Most patients meet the requirements when annual household income stays below $40k for individuals, $60k for couples, or $100k for larger families. Since manufacturer requirements can differ, The Rx Advocates assess each case individually to determine eligibility.
The Rx Advocates manage enrollment and monthly refills, coordinating all necessary paperwork with your prescribing physician, submitting completed applications to manufacturers, and arranging medication deliveries to prevent treatment interruptions.
About Uceris
Uceris is corticosteroid medication used to treat inflammatory bowel disease including ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease.
How it works: Uceris contains budesonide, which works by reducing inflammation in the intestinal lining. It acts locally at the site of inflammation, helping reduce symptoms of inflammatory bowel disease while minimizing systemic side effects.
Administration: Available as extended-release tablets or rectal foam depending on location and severity of inflammation. Dosing depends on the specific condition being treated and formulation prescribed.
Side effects:
- Common: Headache, nausea, acne, respiratory tract infections, hypertension
- Serious: Hypercorticism, adrenal insufficiency, opportunistic infections due to weakened immune system
Important warnings: Although usually tolerated well, it is contraindicated for those with a history of allergic reactions to budesonide. If you live or work with people who are frequently sick, you should avoid using it, as it suppresses your immune system, making you prone to infections. Seek medical attention immediately if you experience sudden worsening acne, rounding of face, extreme fatigue, significant weight loss, or signs of serious infection.
Get Started Today
Inflammatory bowel disease requires consistent medication to maintain remission. When Uceris becomes financially impossible, patients face choices that compromise treatment and health.
We firmly believe no one should choose between necessary medicines and everyday expenses.
If you’re wondering how we can put money back into your pocket each month, contact us today.
