What is Grastek?
GRASTEK is a prescription medicine used for sublingual (under the tongue) immunotherapy to treat Timothy and related grass pollen allergies that can cause sneezing, runny or itchy nose, stuffy or congested nose, or itchy and watery eyes.
How long does it take Grastek to work?
When will GRASTEK start to work? It takes time for GRASTEK to treat your allergies. In clinical studies, people who started taking GRASTEK at least 12 weeks before the start of the grass allergy season: Had fewer eye and nose symptoms throughout an entire grass pollen season.
Is Grastek FDA approved?
FDA Approves Merck’s GRASTEK® (Timothy Grass Pollen Allergen Extract) Sublingual Tablet as Immunotherapy to Treat Grass Pollen-Induced Allergic Rhinitis with or without Conjunctivitis in Children and Adults. Tablet for Sublingual Use [2800 Bioequivalent Allergy Units (BAU)]. relief of allergic symptoms.
How do you take Grastek?
How To Take GRASTEK
- Take the tablet from the blister package with dry hands.
- Take the tablet immediately after removing it from the blister package.
- GRASTEK dissolves quickly when placed under the tongue.
- Do not take GRASTEK with food or beverage.
- Do not eat or drink for 5 minutes after taking the tablet.
How much does Grastek cost without insurance?
The cost for Grastek sublingual tablet (2800 BAU) is around $372 for a supply of 30, depending on the pharmacy you visit. Prices are for cash paying customers only and are not valid with insurance plans. This Grastek price guide is based on using the Drugs.com discount card which is accepted at most U.S. pharmacies.
What is the best medicine for grass allergies?
There are other proven remedies for a grass pollen allergy. They target the immune system’s response to allergens in different ways. Over-the-counter antihistamines like cetirizine (Zyrtec), fexofenadine (Allegra), and loratadine (Alavert, Claritin) relieve symptoms by blocking histamines.
What is Timothy allergy?
Timothy grass pollen allergen extract is made from certain pollens that can cause seasonal allergies (hay fever). Timothy grass pollen allergen extract is used to help your body develop an immunity to certain pollens that can cause allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Who makes Odactra?
Merck filed the Biologics License Application in 2016 for Odactra and the FDA granted approval for the treatment in March 2017.
What are the side effects of Odactra?
COMMON side effects
- itching of the ear.
- throat irritation.
- a sore throat.
- irritation of the mouth.
- cough.
- an itching sensation inside the mouth.
- swelling inside the mouth.
- an itchy sensation on the tongue.
Is there a generic Grastek?
Grastek is the most popular allergen immunotherapies. There are currently no generic alternatives to Grastek. GoodRx has partnered with InsideRx and ALK to reduce the price for this prescription.
Does insurance cover Grastek?
Grastek is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans. Compare allergen immunotherapies. You can only add a maximum of 25 drugs to MyRx.
How do you treat severe grass allergies?
There are over-the-counter and prescription pills, liquids, or nasal sprays that can help reduce or prevent grass allergy symptoms. These medicines include antihistamines, decongestants, and nasal corticosteroids. Most allergy medicines work best when you start taking them before pollen season begins.