Advice from Vumerity users

[tiffortat]

Looks like my insurance provider is dropping Tecfidera starting in December. Last month my neuro mentioned Vumerity, which is covered, but I declined because Tec works for me(not fond of dimethyl fumarate). What do you think? Should I stop being such a Tec snob and try Vumerity? 😌

[Neworleanslady]

I don’t know anything about vumerity but what other choice do you have? I would never be able to afford MS meds without insurance

[tiffortat in reply to Neworleanslady]

My thoughts exactly. Thanks for that perspective Neworleanslady

[Humbrd]

That really stinks the insurance not covering it anymore. I've never heard of vumerity. I worry about my insurance not covering my Aubagio. So far no problems but we never know. I've had no new lesions since starting it 2 years ago. Best of luck finding a new med.

[mrsmike9 in reply to Humbrd]

Aubagio does have an assistance program.

[Humbrd in reply to mrsmike9]

Thank you. They do pay my $60 copay for me which I'm very grateful for.

[Kenu]

Never heard of vumerity? Had really good luck with no side effects with Aubiago. Also great with Tysabri. Have you called insurance your self and see what they cover? Don’t just depend on doctor, go straight to insurance to be sure 👍. Good luck Ken 🐾🐾🤗

[kdali in reply to Kenu]

Great advice! I remember when I was on Copaxone, before it went generic, there was a program to cover what insurance wouldn’t pay. The drug companies want you on their drug, I would think.

[bxrmom in reply to kdali]

Definately call the insurance company and see what's up. An they usually have to give you more notice than that when something isn't covered. If it's not covered, is there another insurance you can switch to that would cover it? Not sure what insurance you have. If they won't cover it, call the drug company to see if they will help. Keep us updated!

[goatgal in reply to bxrmom]

Good idea. If tiffortat is in the US and eligible to change insurers, it is open ennrollment period.

[Neworleanslady]

I like this idea

[RoyceNewton]

Another idea may be4 calling the drug company and seeing what solutions they may have.

[twooldcrows]

is there a reason that they are not going to cover anymore ???

[tiffortat in reply to twooldcrows]

They stress cost savings with the generic form that’s now available.

[kdali]

No idea! I’m just here to see what the others say. I hope you post again about what you choose and how it goes.

[greaterexp]

I take neither one but reads good things about Vumerity. It evidently has fewer GI side effects. I hope it works out well for you.

[JSSimp]

I pray everything works out well with med.

[photoLA]

Hey! I am supposed to start Vumerity on Tues. ..like you I was doing great on Tech for more than 4 years, I am changing as my neuro asked me too and says it is the same a Tech with no stomach issues. I am excited about that part.

[bxrmom in reply to photoLA]

Keep us updated on how it goes when you start the new meds photoLA

[mrsmike9]

Does techfidera have an assistance program? I think most manufacturers have one.

[tiffortat in reply to mrsmike9]

I’m on the Copay assistance program with Biogen for Tec, but my insurance has to cover the medication as the brand name. It only covers the generic now.

[mrsmike9 in reply to tiffortat]

I would think the assistance program would keep "assisting". Have you spoken to them?

[tiffortat]

You would think right?! Biogen literally said I would pay out of pocket $200. They’re now “assisting” with Vumerity. Works for me.