Wyeth does its part to help Katrina victims

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Dear All,

I found this on Rx Tech Talk, Dora had posted it. Since I have posted

so much on ths site regarding rx techs helping hurricane vicitms and

especially rx techs, techs who need our help, volunteering to help

and pharmacies in needs and helping others, I felt it was appropriate

to post this here too. I do not think Dora would mind.

You can also find a copy of this in the A Hurricane 2005 Folder in the

files section.

" " From: " doracpht " <doracpht@...>

Date: Fri Sep 9, 2005 4:41 am

Subject: Wyeth medication replacement program doracpht

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Hi All--

Wyeth has implemented a program for replacement of prescription

filled with Wyeth products for those affected by Katrina.

....

" For the next 30 days, Wyeth will be partnering with licensed

pharmacies to provide Wyeth products to affected patients allowing

time for these patients to regain access to their insurance or social

programs. Wyeth will provide up to a free 30-day replacement supply

of Wyeth products through licensed and authorized pharmacies

providing they meet certain conditions. Pharmacies can begin filling

prescriptions immediately. However, all pharmacies that meet the

criteria must enroll with Wyeth Customer Service by September 9, 2005.

Additionally, beginning Tuesday, September 6, 2005, Wyeth will

implement emergency response to patients in affected areas who are

enrolled in our Patient Assistance Program. For the next 60 days,

Wyeth will upon individual request, immediately repeat the shipment

of any current prescriptions, regardless of the time interval since

the last filling. Shipment must still be directed to a licensed MD or

pharmacist. Also, until October 31, 2005, for patients in the

affected areas, the Company will wave some of the requirements

normally necessary for enrollment.

Starting September 6, 2005, pharmacies wishing to enroll in emergency

dispensing and patients participating in the Wyeth Patient Assistance

Program can call Wyeth Customer Service at 1-800-666-7248, Monday

through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00p.m. EST.

In addition, yesterday, Wyeth announced that it is providing a $1

million cash donation to relief agencies, including the American Red

Cross and The Children's Health Fund, that are leading the way in

assisting those living in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and

Florida who were affected by Hurricane Katrina. The Company has also

established a matching gift program for employees worldwide in

conjunction with the American Red Cross.

Wyeth will continue to assess on an ongoing basis how best to assist

in the relief efforts, including donations of medicines and consumer

products and providing assistance for Wyeth employees directly

affected by the hurricane.

Wyeth is one of the world's largest research-driven pharmaceutical

and health care products companies. It is a leader in the discovery,

development, manufacturing, and marketing of pharmaceuticals,

vaccines, biotechnology products and non-prescription medicines that

improve the quality of life for people worldwide. The Company's major

divisions include Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, Wyeth Consumer Healthcare

and Fort Dodge Animal Health.

Media Contact:

de Vane

Wyeth Pharmaceuticals

(484) 865-5139

Investor Contact:

Wyeth

(973) 660-5340 " " "