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ARESTIN is the only antibiotic
that helps fight gum disease at the site of infection
ARESTIN is used in combination with scaling and root planing (SRP) procedures to treat patients with adult periodontitis (gum disease). ARESTIN may be used as part of an overall oral health program that includes good brushing and flossing habits and SRP.
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Better results with ARESTIN
ARESTIN + scaling & root planing (SRP) is more effective than SRP alone
In a clinical trial, ARESTIN (minocycline HCl) Microspheres, 1 mg added to SRP provided better results than SRP alone:
22%
22% more reduction of pocket depth after 9 months1*
20%
Nearly 20% more effective at reducing harmful bacteria
2X
Nearly 2X more effective at reducing gum bleeding‡
The most common adverse events in the Arestin group > 1% over any of the other treatment arms include: dental pain, swollen gums, headache, mouth ulcers, Flu like symptoms, sore throat, pain, stomach upset, and mucous membrane disorder.
*SRP + vehicle, and (3) SRP + ARESTIN. Retreatment occurred at 3 and 6 months after initial treatment, and any new site with pocket depth ≥5 mm also received treatment. Patients treated with ARESTIN were found to have statistically significantly reduced probing pocket depth compared with those treated with SRP alone or SRP + vehicle at 9 months after initial treatment. ARESTIN vs SRP alone (n=250) p<0.01; ARESTIN vs vehicle + SRP (n=249) p<0.001; ARESTIN + SRP vs vehicle (n=249) p<0.001.
‡ In clinical studies, dental professionals assessed how many pockets 5 mm or deeper bled when touched during examination.
Treatment with ARESTIN: what to expect
During treatment, ARESTIN (minocycline HCl) Microspheres, 1 mg is applied to infected gum pockets after scaling and root planing (SRP) has been performed. Your dental professional may apply ARESTIN during the same visit as your SRP or during a follow-up visit.
Treatment application at the site of infection is easy with ARESTIN and doesn't require any needles or anesthesia
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What to do after treatment
To help you get the best results from your ARESTIN treatment, follow these instructions:
For 1 week following treatment:
- Don’t touch the sites treated with ARESTIN
- Avoid hard, crunchy, or sticky foods (eg., carrots, taffy, gum)
- Continue brushing regularly
For 10 days following treatment:
- Don’t use any tools (eg. floss, dental pick) to clean between treated teeth
- As your gums continue to heal, keep up a good oral health routine
Concerns?
Ask your professional
If you have pain, swelling, or signs of an allergic reaction (itching, swelling, rash, reddening, or difficulty breathing) contact your dental professional right away.
ARESTIN safety profile
Talk to your dental professional if you have any questions about potential side effects of ARESTIN (minocycline HCl) Microspheres, 1 mg.
Who shouldn’t take ARESTIN
Do not take ARESTIN if you are allergic to minocycline or tetracyclines. Ask your dental professional or pharmacist for a list of these drugs if you are not sure. Tell your dentist right away if you have any sign of allergic reaction, such as skin reactions or trouble breathing, or if you have an exaggerated sunburn reaction.
You should also avoid ARESTIN if you are pregnant or nursing. ARESTIN should not be used in children. The use of tetracycline during tooth development can result in permanent discoloration of the teeth.
Common ARESTIN side effects:
The most commonly reported non-dental side effects in clinical studies were:
- Headache
- Infection
- Flu-like symptoms
- Pain
Save on ARESTIN
You may be eligible for a copay as low as $0.*
Whether or not your private dental insurance covers it, ARESTIN may be covered by your private commercial medical insurance.
Have your medical insurance card handy. Your dentist’s office will need the information on it.
This may be different from your dental insurance coverage. You’ll also be asked to sign a prescription form before leaving the office.
Your dental office can help determine if your medical insurance plan provides coverage for ARESTIN.
If your insurance doesn’t cover ARESTIN, you can discuss other options that might make paying for your prescription easier.
*ARESTIN Bausch Health Companies Inc.
This offer is only valid for patients with private commercial insurance, where ARESTIN (minocycline HCI) microspheres, 1 mg is a covered medication. This offer is not valid for any person eligible for reimbursement of prescriptions, in whole or in part, by any federal, state, or other governmental programs, including, but not limited to, Medicare (including Medicare Advantage and Part A, B, and D plans), Medicaid, TRICARE, Veterans Administration or Department of Defense health coverage, CHAMPUS, the Puerto Rico Government Health Insurance Plan or any other federal or state health care programs. You agree not to seek reimbursement for all or any part of the benefit received through this offer and are responsible for making any required reports of your use of this offer to any insurer or other third party who pays any part of the prescription filled. Offer good only in the United States through the ARESTIN Rx Access® program. This offer is not valid where otherwise prohibited by law, taxed, or otherwise restricted. This offer is not valid with other offers. The coupon has no cash value. No cash back. This benefit can be used only for an ARESTIN prescription filled by Accredo Health specialty pharmacy and dispensed to the dental office on behalf of the patient as authorized below. You must be 18 years of age or older to redeem this offer for yourself or a minor. This offer cannot be redeemed at government-subsidized clinics. This offer is only valid on one prescription fill of ARESTIN. The maximum benefit available is $1,500 per prescription fill. You are responsible for all additional costs and expenses after the maximum benefit is reached. If you receive coverage through a health savings account (HSA) or similar arrangement, it is your responsibility to know how claims are processed and understand that amounts paid by the third party for your ARESTIN prescription may be deducted from your benefits limit automatically. This offer is not health insurance. This offer expires on December 31, 2024. Bausch Health US, LLC reserves the right to rescind, revoke, terminate, or amend this offer at any time, without notice.
Get started with treatment
Talk to your dentist about gum disease and ask if ARESTIN is right for you.
You may be eligible for a co-pay as low as $0.*
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$0* Copay
ARESTIN may be covered by your private commercial medical insurance, whether your dental insurance covers it or not.
Have your info ready
Have your medical insurance card handy. Your dentist’s office will need your information.
This may be different from your dental insurance coverage. You’ll also be asked to sign a prescription form before leaving the office.
Know your coverage
Your dental office can help determine if your medical insurance plan provides coverage for ARESTIN.
If your insurance doesn’t cover ARESTIN, you can discuss other options that might make paying for your prescription easier
*ARESTIN Bausch Health Companies Inc.
This offer is only valid for patients with private commercial insurance, where ARESTIN (minocycline HCI) microspheres, 1 mg is a covered medication. This offer is not valid for any person eligible for reimbursement of prescriptions, in whole or in part, by any federal, state, or other governmental programs, including, but not limited to, Medicare (including Medicare Advantage and Part A, B, and D plans), Medicaid, TRICARE, Veterans Administration or Department of Defense health coverage, CHAMPUS, the Puerto Rico Government Health Insurance Plan or any other federal or state health care programs. You agree not to seek reimbursement for all or any part of the benefit received through this offer and are responsible for making any required reports of your use of this offer to any insurer or other third party who pays any part of the prescription filled. Offer good only in the United States through the ARESTIN Rx Access® program. This offer is not valid where otherwise prohibited by law, taxed, or otherwise restricted. This offer is not valid with other offers. The coupon has no cash value. No cash back. This benefit can be used only for an ARESTIN prescription filled by Accredo Health specialty pharmacy and dispensed to the dental office on behalf of the patient as authorized below. You must be 18 years of age or older to redeem this offer for yourself or a minor. This offer cannot be redeemed at government-subsidized clinics. This offer is only valid on one prescription fill of ARESTIN. The maximum benefit available is $1,500 per prescription fill. You are responsible for all additional costs and expenses after the maximum benefit is reached. If you receive coverage through a health savings account (HSA) or similar arrangement, it is your responsibility to know how claims are processed and understand that amounts paid by the third party for your ARESTIN prescription may be deducted from your benefits limit automatically. This offer is not health insurance. This offer expires on December 31, 2024. Bausch Health US, LLC reserves the right to rescind, revoke, terminate, or amend this offer at any time, without notice.
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Prescribing InformationWhat is ARESTIN?
ARESTIN (minocycline HCl) Microspheres, 1mg is used in combination with scaling and root planing (SRP) procedures to treat patients with adult periodontitis (gum disease). ARESTIN may be used as part of an overall oral health program that includes good brushing and flossing habits and SRP.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
- Do not take ARESTIN if you are allergic to minocycline or tetracyclines. Ask your dentist or pharmacist for a list of these drugs if you are not sure. Swelling of the face, itching of the skin, fever and enlarged lymph nodes have been reported with the use of ARESTIN. Some of these reactions were serious. Tell your dentist right away if you have any signs of allergic reaction, such as skin reactions or trouble breathing, or if you have an exaggerated sunburn reaction.
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