YES! I do. I did it for years, getting free insulin from drug companies. Although mine was novolog and Lantus, I've done research, and hopefully this will help.
Form for assistance getting Humalog:
lillycares.com/pdf/lilly_cares_application.pdf
Form for assistance getting Lantus:
seniormag.com/free-medication/applications/aventis3.pdf
Print out these sheets and take them to your doc, endo, whatever and have them fill out their part. Then get in contact with these companies over the phone to see what else they need... usually some kind of proof of income, e.g. 2 - 3 paystubs. Mail in everything they ask for ASAP.
As far as syringes, swabs, pen needles, theyre all relatively cheap. Around $20.00 or so. As far as how long it takes to get the stuff, usually about a month or so if everything goes smoothly.
I went through a medical clinic called Agape House here in Texas that would let you see a doctor, get a prescription for a month and get 3 months worth of meds 30 days later, so I was always covered, and they provided it for free. There may be something like this in your area. Try calling 211, they can usually give you some kind of help. Another great place to look is here on the forums... alot of great people have stockpiles of meds and will send you some. This forum will always be one of your best resources.
As someone who has NEVER had health insurance, trust me. It is possible. The trick is to stay strong, even when things go awry. This last month I wasnt able to get my meds, but I was still able to get what I needed through other means. Keep strong, and were all here to support you.
