ORILISSA
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Manufactured by AbbVie Inc.
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ORILISSA key facts
What is ORILISSA?
ORILISSA is the brand name for elagolix and is available as an oral tablet.
What dosages is ORILISSA available in?
ORILISSA is available as a 150 mg and 200 mg oral tablet.
What is ORILISSA used for?
ORILISSA is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist and is used to treat moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis.
How does ORILISSA work?
ORILISSA is a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonist, meaning that it attaches to and blocks GnRH receptors (a protein that responds to signals) in your pituitary gland. This lowers the release of hormones that cause pain due to endometriosis.
How do I take ORILISSA?
ORILISSA is typically started at 150 mg by mouth once daily for 24 months. Your dose might differ if you have dyspareunia (genital pain during sex) or liver problems.
Is it safe for me to take ORILISSA?
ORILISSA 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 any of the following apply.
- Pregnancy
- Known osteoporosis
- Severe hepatic impairment
- Organic anion transporting polypeptide (OATP) 1B1 inhibitors that significantly increase elagolix plasma concentrations
- Hypersensitivity reactions
ORILISSA Common Side Effects
Common side effects of ORILISSA:
- Hot flush
- Headache
- Nausea
- Trouble sleeping
- Mood swings
- Missing menstrual period
- Depressed mood
- Anxiety
- Joint pain
ORILISSA Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with ORILISSA. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Liver damage: yellowing of your skin and whites of your eyes, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dark urine, tiredness
- Serious allergic reaction: rash, swelling of lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on ORILISSA
The following medications may interact with ORILISSA:
- Increase monitoring of digoxin concentrations and potential signs and symptoms of clinical toxicity when initiating ORILISSA in patients who are taking digoxin If ORILISSA is discontinued, increase monitoring of digoxin concentrations.
- Monitor lipid levels and adjust the dose of rosuvastatin, if necessary
- Advise women to use effective non-hormonal contraception during treatment with ORILISSA and for 28 days after discontinuing ORILISSA
- Concomitant use of ORILISSA 200 mg twice daily and strong CYP3A inhibitors for more than 1 month is not recommended. Limit concomitant use of ORILISSA 150 mg once daily and strong CYP3A inhibitors to 6 months
- Co-administration of ORILISSA with strong CYP3A inducers may decrease elagolix plasma concentrations and may result in a decrease of the therapeutic effects of ORILISSA
- Concomitant use of ORILISSA 200 mg twice daily and rifampin is not recommended. Limit concomitant use of ORILISSA 150 mg once daily and rifampin to 6 months
Who makes ORILISSA?
AbbVie Inc.
Is ORILISSA safe in pregnancy?
Use of ORILISSA is contraindicated in pregnant women. Exposure to ORILISSA early in pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy loss. Discontinue ORILISSA if pregnancy
occurs during treatment. There is a pregnancy registry that monitors pregnancy outcomes in women exposed to
ORILISSA during pregnancy . Healthcare providers are encouraged to register patients, or pregnant women may enroll themselves in the registry by calling 1-833-782-7241 or
visiting Bloom pregnancy registry
The FDA's medical product safety reporting program for health professionals, patients and consumers.
Learn more about reporting side effects in the USDrug Savings Guide
A practical guide to saving money and receiving support with prescription costs
How can NowPatient help me to lower the cost of my ORILISSA prescription?
After you create a FREE account with NowPatient, you will have access to 4 programs that can help lower the cost of your ORILISSA prescription
Applicability to each program will be dependent on your insurance status.
How do the NowPatient ORILISSA savings programs work?
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.
Drug Coupon and Patient Assistance Programs require an eligibility quiz to be completed.
Are the NowPatient ORILISSA savings programs suitable for everyone, regardless of insurance status?
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 ORILISSA | Canadian Prescription Savings* for ORILISSA | ORILISSA Drug Coupon* | ORILISSA 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.
Are the NowPatient drug savings programs suitable for brand and generic versions of ORILISSA?
No. Each program has applicability requirements. Please see below
| Rx Advantage Card* for ORILISSA | Canadian Prescription Savings* for ORILISSA | ORILISSA Drug Coupon* | ORILISSA 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.
If you have Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage and none of the ORILISSA savings options are applicable or affordable for me, what can you do?
If you are insured with Medicare and the ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA, 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).
I am uninsured or underinsured and none of the ORILISSA prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
If you are uninsured or underinsured (for example, ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA for an FDA-approved indication, you can call the pharmaceutical company to see if they have any other assistance programs.
I am commercially or privately insured and none of the ORILISSA prescription saving options are applicable or affordable for me, what can I do?
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.
If I have federal, state or commercial insurance and none of the ORILISSA 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?
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 ORILISSA
If you are having trouble paying for your ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA you will need to meet one or all of the following criteria:
- Your income is below 400% of the federal poverty level
- ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA
- If ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA
If you are having trouble paying for your ORILISSA medication due to unaffordable copays or deductibles, the HealthWell Foundation Copay Program may be able to assist you. To qualify for assistance for ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA
- If ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA
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 ORILISSA 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 ORILISSA you will need to meet the following criteria:
- You must be currently insured and have coverage for ORILISSA
- 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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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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