If you have what were the results? Trying to decide if I want my pockets clean out for it since my insurance doesn't want to pay.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
What's the generic name for it?? Sounds familiar.
Posted by lax mom (Member # 38743) on :
I just finished a round of Keflex. I think it's similar.
Is there a generic that wouldn't be so expensive?
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
It's an old drug so it should be available in a generic???
Posted by minimonkey (Member # 8693) on :
Yes, it's a cephalosporin, similar to Keflex. Cephalexin (generic for Keflex) is available pretty cheaply -- so maybe that is an option.
These insurance denials sure do get old....
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Might as well take Ceftin. Haven't heard many here using Keflex or Ceclor.
Posted by sammy (Member # 13952) on :
Above is some current information on ceclor. It is not equivilent to Keflex.
Keflex is a 1st generation cephalosporin, ceclor is 2nd generation. Generally, there is better gram negative killing ability with 2nd generation.
Ceftin is a well known 2nd generation antibiotic. You may be able to get it cheaper if it is on your ins formulary. It should give you the similar coverage as ceclor.
People here are most familiar with meds from the 3rd generation cephalosporin class: Rocephin, Claforan, Omnicef and Suprax. The 3rd generation has good broad spectrum coverage.
2nd and 3rd generation are great antibiotics for Lyme. Your doc must have good patient experience with Ceclor to want to prescribe it.
If you personally cannot afford the medicine then you must speak up and ask for an alternative. Ceftin would be an easy and effective alternative that will hopefully save you money.