Question 1

How can I lower the cost of my Femara

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You can lower cost of your Femara using one of the 4 following drug savings programs: Rx Advantage Card for Femara, Canadian Prescription Savings for Femara, Femara Drug Coupons, Femara Patient Assistance Programs

Question 2

What is Femara?

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Femara is the brand name for letrozole is available as an oral tablet.

Question 3

What dosages is Femara available in?

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Femara is available as a 2.5 mg oral tablet.

Question 4

What is Femara used for?

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Femara is an aromatase inhibitor and is used to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

Question 5

How does Femara work?

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Femara is a selective non-steroidal aromatase inhibitor. Aromatase is a protein in your body that produces estrogen, which can promote the growth of some cancer cells. By blocking aromatase, Femara lowers the body’s normal production of estrogen. Without estrogen, some breast cancer cells can’t grow.

Question 6

How do I take Femara?

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Femara is typically taken by mouth with a dose of 2.5 mg by mouth daily. Your dose may differ if you have liver problems.

Question 7

Is it safe for me to take Femara?

Accepted Answer

Femara is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you are pregnant or have a known hypersensitivity to the active substance, or to any of the excipients.

Question 8

Femara Common Side Effects

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Common side effects of Femara include:  Hot flashes Headache Increased sweating Joint pain or arthritis Fatigue or weakness Dizziness High cholesterol Swelling of ankles, feet, and legs Body aches or pain

Question 9

Femara Serious Side Effects

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Serious side effects are rare with Femara. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.  Allergic reactions: Hives, rash, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing Blood clots Heart attack: Chest pain, can’t catch your breath, jaw or neck pain Stroke: Numbness normally on one side of body, confusion, trouble seeing, trouble walking, headache Unusual bleeding or bruising

Question 10

Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Femara

Accepted Answer

The following medications may interact with Femara:  Tamoxifen – Coadministration of Femara and tamoxifen 20 mg daily resulted in a reduction of letrozole plasma levels of 38% on average Other Anticancer Agents – There is no clinical experience to date on the use of Femara in combination with other anticancer agents

Question 11

Who makes Femara?

Accepted Answer

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Question 12

Is Femara safe in pregnancy?

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Femara can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women. You should take a pregnancy test before starting this medication and use effective contraception while on Femara and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose.

Question 13

What is the generic name for Femara?

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Letrozole

Question 14

How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my Femara prescription?

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After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your Femara prescription  Rx Advantage Card Drug Coupons Patient Assistance Programs Canadian Prescription Savings  Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.

Question 15

How do the NowPatient Femara savings programs work?

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After you have created your FREE account with NowPatient, you can access the various programs from your account dashboard. Each program has clear instructions on how to check your eligibility. You can see how the process works by clicking on the feature link below and seeing the ‘How it works’ steps.   Rx Advantage Card Drug Coupons Patient Assistance Programs Canadian Prescription Savings  Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.

Question 16

Are the NowPatient Femara savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?

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No. Each program has its own eligibility and applicability requirements. The table below shows if a program is available to you, based on your insurance status.      Rx Advantage Card* for Femara Canadian Prescription Savings* for Femara Femara Drug Coupon* Femara Patient Assistance Program*   Insured (federal, state or government) Available Available Not Available Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company   Insured (Commercial or Private) Available Available Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company   Uninsured Available Available Not Available Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company   Insured but without pharmacy benefit or drug coverage Available Available Not Available Available If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company     *This is not insurance.

Question 17

Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of Femara?

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No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below      Rx Advantage Card* for Femara Canadian Prescription Savings* for Femara Femara Drug Coupon* Femara Patient Assistance Program*   Brand Yes Yes Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company Yes, If Offered by Pharmaceutical Company   Generic Yes Yes No No     *This is not insurance.

Question 18

If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the Femara savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?

Accepted Answer

If you are insured with Medicare and the Femara drug savings options are not applicable to you and still remain unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.  The government site is easy to use and after you have selected your state, it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication. People who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid are called ‘dual eligibles’. If you are denied Medicaid for Femara, and you are still unable to afford your copay or co-insurance element (for example if you are in the coverage gap or Donut Hole) then you may be eligible for a federal support program like Low Income Subsidy. To be eligible for Low Income Subsidy, you need to be a resident in one of the 50 States or the District of Columbia. You can check eligibility online at SSA Medicare D Extra Help. You can also call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778).

Question 19

I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the Femara prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, Femara is not covered by your plan) and the drug savings options are not applicable or still unaffordable, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov.  The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. State Medicaid programs may cover the full cost of your medication. If you are denied and all else fails, and if you have been prescribed Femara for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.

Question 20

I am commercially or privately insured and none of the Femara prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?

Accepted Answer

If your medication is not covered by your plan, you can you can appeal your insurance company’s decision. Sometimes, a formal appeal can result in the drug being covered if it is deemed medically necessary. If you cannot afford your copay, then you can check Medicaid eligibility in your state by following the instructions at HealthCare.gov. However, being privately insured might complicate your eligibility for Medicaid, as having private insurance may be considered in the financial eligibility assessment. The government site is easy to use and you can select your state and it will navigate you to the appropriate contact point to make the application. If you qualify, state Medicaid may cover the full cost of your medication.

Question 21

If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the Femara prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, are there any other support organisations that can help me with my co-insurance or copay?

Accepted Answer

If you have already tried Medicaid and received a denial letter or if you are insured with Medicare and have been denied Low-Income Subsidy, then you can try one of the following organizational support programs: 1. Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) assistance for Femara If you are having trouble paying for your Femara medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN), may be able to assist you. To qualify for PAN assistance for Femara you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:  Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level Femara is prescribed for an approved FDA indication You live in and receive treatment in the United States or U.S. territories, even if you do not have U.S. citizenship You have Medicare insurance coverage that covers Femara If Femara is listed on PAN’s list of covered medications  You can check the Patient Access Network Foundation Website for more information. 2. HealthWell Foundation Copay Program for Femara If you are having trouble paying for your Femara medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for Femara you will need to meet the following criteria:  You live in and are being treated in the United States You are insured and your plan covers Femara If Femara is listed on the HealthWell Foundation’s list of covered medications  You can check the HealthWell Foundation Website for more information. 3. Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program for Femara Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief program exists to help reduce the financial distress you or your family may face when paying for your Femara treatment. If you qualify and can demonstrate the need, the foundation will provide you with direct payment covering co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles. To qualify for assistance for Femara you will need to meet the following criteria:  You must be currently insured and have coverage for Femara You must have a confirmed diagnosis and treatment plan You must reside and receive treatment in the United States Your Income must fall at or below 300% or 400% of the Federal Poverty Guideline (FPG) with consideration for the Cost of Living Index (COLI) and number in the household Applications can also be completed by contacting the program sponsor, toll-free at 866-512-3861.  You can check the Patient Advocate Foundation Website for more information.

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