DIACOMIT is the only FDA-approved antiseizure medication specifically for seizures associated with Dravet syndrome in children as young as 6 months. It is indicated for patients weighing 15 pounds or more and taking clobazam.
DIACOMIT® (stiripentol) is an effective, FDA-approved medication that was developed specifically to treat seizures associated with Dravet syndrome. It is indicated for patients 6 months and older (weighing 15 lb or more) taking clobazam. There are no clinical data to support the use of DIACOMIT as monotherapy in Dravet syndrome.1
DIACOMIT may help patients achieve profound seizure reduction so families can celebrate everyday wins.1
With Biocodex By Your Side, it’s easier than ever to get a prescription filled for DIACOMIT. And with the latest FDA approval, patients can start treatment as early as 6 months old. DIACOMIT is available through our specialty pharmacy partner and covered by most insurance plans. There are no Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) program requirements to start patients on treatment.1
Patients pay an average of less than$3 for DIACOMIT.*31
*Includes all commercial and government insurances
Biocodex has partnered with PANTHERx Rare Pharmacy, a national specialty pharmacy that will handle the process and deliver DIACOMIT directly to your patient’s door. Our partnership is designed to remove access barriers for you and your patients. Everyone has a role to play to help ensure that your patient gets the treatment they need in as fast as one week.
We aim to make our process as easy as possible, and we’re happy to provide the following services to assist your patients and their families:
A dedicated Rare Care team that understands Dravet syndrome and DIACOMIT treatment so they can advocate for your patients.
A team ready to resolve issues with insurance coverage and prior authorization, so you don’t have to.
Pharmacists on call 24/7 and translation services in 100+ languages to answer your patients’ questions or concerns about their DIACOMIT prescription.
Convenient online and mobile refill services to help patients schedule prescription refills in advance (opt-in required).
Shipment tracking so your patients know when to expect their DIACOMIT delivery.
No matter the circumstances, Biocodex has your patients covered. If your patient’s family has concerns about affordability or experiences a change in insurance coverage, ask them to contact Biocodex By Your Side. Biocodex believes that those who need DIACOMIT should be able to get it, regardless of their financial status or insurance coverage.
There are four patient access programs in place to help ensure that your patients can easily access treatment.
You can start your patients on DIACOMIT in just three steps and have their prescription delivered in as little as one week. You can save and make copies of this checklist by downloading our DIACOMIT Access Checklist.
A completed Patient Enrollment Form.
A copy of your patient’s insurance card (front and back).
A prescription with clear dosing and titration instructions.
List of your patient’s current medications.
Your patient’s medical records.
Tip: Ensure your patient’s chart has a Dravet diagnosis code:
Work with PANTHERx to complete and submit required payer forms.
If needed, complete a letter of medical necessity.
If needed, complete a letter of appeal.
Notify your patient or their caregiver that PANTHERx will reach out to coordinate shipment and delivery.
Save the Biocodex By Your Side number: 833-248-0467.
