Merck Helps Patient Assistance (Free Drug)

Manufacturer copay assistance · Cancidas (J0637) · Merck

$0 — free drug program · Maximum benefit No limit — provides what the physician prescribes · Free drug shipped directly to provider — no insurance billing involved

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Status verified May 28, 2026 · Source: program site ↗

Program terms

Published terms from the manufacturer. Per-patient eligibility is confirmed at enrollment.

Assistance type
Free Drug
Patient pays
$0 — free drug program
Maximum benefit
No limit — provides what the physician prescribes
What it covers
Free drug shipped directly to provider — no insurance billing involved
Insurance
uninsured
Income limit
≤400% FPL
Caspofungin (Cancidas) still branded by Merck. Free drug program via Merck Helps for uninsured patients ≤400% FPL.

What will the patient owe before assistance?

Run a benefits estimate for Cancidas — the program's cap applies against the patient share CareCost calculates.

Common questions

Does Cancidas have a copay card?

Yes — Merck Helps Patient Assistance (Free Drug) from Merck. $0 — free drug program. Commercial insurance is typically required.

How much does Cancidas cost with the copay card?

$0 — free drug program Maximum benefit: No limit — provides what the physician prescribes. Free drug shipped directly to provider — no insurance billing involved

Who is eligible for Merck Helps Patient Assistance (Free Drug)?

Accepted insurance: uninsured. Income limit: ≤400% FPL.

Patient or caregiver? Your infusion center's financial counselor can enroll you — or call the program at 800-727-5400.