How’s this for stimulus: free Viagra for the unemployed!
Thursday, May 14th, 2009
No, that headline’s not a joke. It’s true.
Viagra, Lipitor, Celebrex, Lyrica and about 70 other Pfizer-made prescription drugs are now available free of charge to Americans who’ve lost their jobs and health insurance coverage since January 1, 2009, thanks to a new program by the drugmaker.
The one caveat is that you must already be on the medication — and have been taking it for at least three months — to qualify for the free prescriptions.
According to the AP:
The 70-plus drugs covered in the program include several diabetes drugs and some of Pfizer’s top money makers, from cholesterol fighter Lipitor and painkiller Celebrex to fibromyalgia treatment Lyrica and Viagra for impotence. Also included are some antibiotics, antidepressants, heart medications, contraceptives and smoking cessation products…
Applicants will have to sign a statement that they are suffering financial hardship and provide a “pink slip” or similar employer notice. Applications will be accepted through Dec. 31, with medication provided for up to 12 months after approval — or until the person becomes insured again.
Patients can call 866-706-2400 to sign up for the program.
