Elevating the Standard of Support for Your Patients
A new choice for your deflazacort therapy
Not All Patient Support Programs Deliver the Same Standard of Support.
Our patient support program, powered by our trusted pharmacy partner, delivers:
Reliable and consistent medication support and supply for individuals affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)
As little as a $0* copay for eligible commercially insured patients (*Limitations apply)
24/7 access to a pharmacist for personalized help, education, and answers every step of the journey
- Quick Start medication supply enables patients to start therapy during the insurance approval process
- Bridge medication supply provides access to medication while resolving coverage gaps or refill delays
- Prior authorization and appeal support to accelerate access and reduce administrative burden
Pathways to access therapy, even when insurance challenges arise
Refill reminders (available), free home delivery of medication, and language translation (available)
Deflazacort Tablets from Upsher-Smith are an AB-rated generic version of Emflaza® (deflazacort) Tablets.1
Deflazacort tablets are a corticosteroid indicated for the treatment of DMD in patients 5 years of age and older.
Selected Important Safety Information:
How to Prescribe Deflazacort Tablets from Upsher-Smith
From prescription submission to the delivery of the first shipment, we’re here to help ensure a streamlined experience for you as well as your patients and caregivers.
Step 1:
E-prescribe through your EMR system to our specialty pharmacy partner. Be sure to write for “deflazacort” with a note for “DAW1USL” in the sig line or comment section.
Orsini Specialty Pharmacy
1107 Nicholas Boulevard
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
NCPDP ID: 1477416
NPI #: 1073608998
– OR –
Fax the Deflazacort Tablets Prescription Form to
1-877-765-6254.
Step 2:
We determine if the patient is:
- Covered
- Not covered or uninsured
- Eligible for copay assistance
- Requiring a Prior Authorization
If the patient requires a prior authorization, we contact the insurance provider to confirm coverage requirements and notify your office of any necessary next steps. Quick Start / Bridge medication supply available as needed.
Step 3:
Prescription ships to the patient from our trusted specialty pharmacy partner, Orsini Specialty Pharmacy.
Why Upsher-Smith?
Since 1919, Upsher-Smith has supported patients and families, including those affected by rare diseases
As a trusted U.S.-based pharmaceutical company, we deliver consistent supply and industry-leading support
We proudly partner with prescribers like you to help make a meaningful difference in the lives of those living with rare diseases
