Skip to main content
RxCopaysGet started

Affordability Check

How to afford R-Gene

Generic name: Arginine Hydrochloride

Pick how you're covered. We'll show you the cheapest legitimate way to get R-Gene — your insurance copay, manufacturer savings, charity grants, or cash price. It takes 30 seconds and we never ask for your personal information.

How are you covered for prescriptions?

Pick the one that fits you. We'll show you the cheapest way to get this drug.

Pick an option above to see your specific path.

Different insurance means different laws and different savings. For example, Medicare patients cannot use manufacturer copay cards (federal law) — but the manufacturer almost always has a Patient Assistance Program that gives the drug free.

About R-Gene and its cost

What is this medication? R-Gene 10 is an intravenous injection used as a diagnostic aid to evaluate the pituitary gland's functional reserve of growth hormone. It is specifically designed to determine if the pituitary gland is capable of producing and releasing adequate levels of growth hormone when stimulated. This medication is commonly employed in the assessment of children or adults who show signs of growth hormone deficiency, helping clinicians differentiate between various types of growth disorders and hormonal imbalances.

The medication functions as a provocative stimulus that triggers the release of growth hormone into the circulatory system. During the test, a healthcare professional administers the solution and then collects blood samples at set time intervals to measure the peak growth hormone levels. A lack of response or an insufficient increase in hormone levels typically suggests a deficiency in pituitary function. Because this is a medical diagnostic test, it is performed in a controlled clinical environment to ensure accurate monitoring of the patient's physiological response and safety.

R-Gene is made by Pfizer. Like most brand-name drugs, it's priced at a high list price — but patients rarely pay that list price. The options above are the real paths most people use to get it affordably.

Common questions

What's the cheapest way to afford R-Gene?

It depends on your insurance. On Medicare, apply for the manufacturer's Patient Assistance Program (PAP) — it gives the drug free if you meet income requirements. With private insurance, the manufacturer copay card usually drops your copay to $0-$25. Uninsured patients should compare the PAP with Cost Plus Drugs cash price.

Can I use a copay card with Medicare for R-Gene?

No — federal law (the Anti-Kickback Statute) prohibits manufacturer copay cards on Medicare, Medicaid, TriCare, and VA prescriptions. But Pfizer has a separate Patient Assistance Program for Medicare beneficiaries. Check the options above.

Does my Medicare Part D plan cover R-Gene?

Part D coverage varies by plan. We query the CMS Prescription Drug Plan file to show you what percentage of plans cover it and at what tier. For your exact copay, pick "Medicare" above and check your plan's Summary of Benefits, or log in to Medicare.gov.

How long does a Patient Assistance Program take?

Most PAPs take 2-6 weeks from application to first fill. Ask the manufacturer about a "bridge supply" — many will ship 30 days free while your application is being reviewed so you don't go without the drug.

What if I have a high-deductible plan?

For generics, Cost Plus Drugs cash price is often cheaper than your deductible-phase copay. For brand names, the manufacturer copay card almost always wins. A GoodRx coupon can be a last resort for uncovered drugs, but it doesn't count toward your deductible.

Are there charity grants for Hypopituitarism?

Charities like HealthWell Foundation, PAN Foundation, Good Days, and the National Organization for Rare Disorders provide copay help for specific conditions. Funds often run out mid-year — apply early. We list the specific grants for your condition in the options above.

More about R-Gene