Donation of Tarceva Medication?

Lorri · New User Joined: 21 Mar 2008 Posts: 8

Hello,
I would first like to thank everyone on this forum for all their kind thoughts and information regarding my Dad's recent cancer diagnosis.
Sadly, Dad passed away early this morning with all of his family around him. It has been a very difficult process to watch him suffer but God took him to a better place.
During his ordeal we researched and were able to obtain the drug Tarceva. Unfortunately, it was too late for him and he had been on it for 6 days.
Is there any legal way to donate the rest of his medication of 24 pills? I know it was almost $4,000.00 for the prescription which the VA covered but there are many not so fortunate to be able to have this medicine covered.
Thanks again so much for all your posts.
Lorri and family

Tera · Senior User Joined: 31 Dec 2007 Posts: 100

Lorri, I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. And bless you for thinking of others at such a difficult time. I'm not sure how you can donate the meds, but I'm sure someone may have an answer for you.

brainman

Lorri, I am so, so very sorry about your father's death Sad

. My heart is breaking for you. I do hope you have a support system to help you through this time.

Unfortunately, there really is no legal way do donate any type of left over medicine. It sucks Sad

.
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pbj11 · Site Admin Joined: 12 May 2007 Posts: 805

Oh Dear Lorri,

I'm so very sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. I so had hoped that something would give him more time. My heart goes out to you and your family. God bless all of you.

You can call the oncologist and see what they say about the meds, but I don't think there is any legal way to give the meds away. It's a shame and I hear this question asked a lot.

Many hugs for peace,
PBJ
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ksplat · Posted: Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:29 pm Post subject: Re: Your Dad

Dear Lorri
I too am very sad to hear about your Dad's passing. I pray & hope you & your family will be comforted during this very difficult time & will also feel relieved that your Dad is no longer suffering & has gone to be with our Loving Father in Heaven.
Blessings to you all & Hugs,
Angie.
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Hi Lorri; I don't really know you but my heart goes out to you on the loss of your Dad. I will have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers as you go thru this difficult time. Time will ease the pain. God Bless You.
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Vee Smith · Moderator Joined: 12 Feb 2006 Posts: 633 Location: UK

I am sorry to hear of your father's death - my condolences.

There are in fact some places that will take unused medications: do a google on "unused medications donations" - it will turn up a number of sites to look into. It may well depend on what State you are in.

helensgirl

Oh, {{{{{Lorri}}}}}...I'm so very sorry to read of your father's passing...God bless, and take good care of yourself. With much sympathy...and I do hope you can donate that Tarceva. Kim
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My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Lore · Regular Joined: 12 Apr 2008 Posts: 19

Lorri....I am so very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Having recently lost my mom, I understand what you are going thru. My thoughts and prayers go out to you for help to get you thru this most difficult time.

Lore

koikkeril · Senior User Joined: 29 Jul 2007 Posts: 149

Bless you lorri and to think of others, so soon after the loss of your dad! I think the oncologist may be able to help place the tarceva in good hands as he should know of those in need? its worth a try anyway. I will keep you in my prayers Lorri, God bless, koik

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