Hi,

I'm new to this support group and am hoping someone has some sage advice to share with me. For many years I've suffered with IBS/C and have tried every prescription med and increasing amounts of Miralax without results. Recently, I underwent open-heart surgery and my GI doctor provided me with samples of Movantik, hoping the med would prevent my IBS/C from getting worse due to the opioid pain meds and anathesia. Movantik has been a game changer for me. For for the first time in over 20 years I'm having regular BMs. However, the med is very expensive ($460.25) for a 30 day supply. Because I'm on Medicare, I don't qualify for a Savings Card (as ridiculous as it is, medicare benes and people on Medicaid are excluded) and am struggling to find an affordable way to continue taking the Movantik. I have called the pharmaceutical company, manufacturer, and even my state rep., only to be told, there is nothing that can be done. Because I'm stubborn, determined and tenacious, I can't accept this answer. Has anyone in this forum experienced the obstacles to obtaining their meds? Thanks.

hello, i have medicare and i applied for low income drug coveraged i recieve my medication drugs on a tier zero up to 12.95 per rx. call medicare

tell me about movantik. have you tried ?

Hello , my name is Thresa and I suffer from ibs -c and gerd I have a motility problem and my dr. Thought I should take Monsanto. How is this medication working for you. Movintik I not sure of the spelling

I had never heard of Movintik before this post as it is not a typical medication used to manage IBS-C. Narcotic constipation is a well documented condition.

Good on your doctor for recommending it for you.

Thresa,

Thanks for recommending that I call Medicare.

Jeffrey,

Yes, my doctor is AWESOME!

What is Movintik for?