So, how long does it take to get meds? - Multiple Sclerosis Message Board

lilc · 10-13-2005, 06:05 PM

I called my neuro's office today to see how things were coming along for me to start Copaxone. Found out they filled out the paperwork yesterday. Now the insurance company and the drug company have to negotiate or something. Obviously I was overly optimistic 3 weeks ago when I thought it might all take 2 weeks! How long has it taken for those of you who are on the CRABs? (I'm not really stressing about it - who WANTS to start daily injections??? But in the back of my mind are the two MRIs 3 months apart. My brain seems to be a busy little lesion factory right now, I'm rather hopeful that we can halt production in the very near future!)

gyrl293 · 10-14-2005, 03:42 AM

hey lilc,
I take Rebif and it 2 months for my first shipment to arive. I would give the Copax. people 3 or 4 days after the doctor submitted the paperwork then give them a call on the 1-800 number to see how things are going with the insurance company. Stay on top of it. Good luck =)

Blessing to you
Mari

orngcrayon · 10-14-2005, 03:10 PM

My doctor and I decided on Copaxone, and just like you, the drug company and my insurance company had to talk and figure things out. After that process started, I got a call from the pharmacy, and had the meds delivered to me within 10 days.

And don't stress about it - once you're on the meds, you're on them for a while... so enjoy your injection free days

If you have any Qs, I've been on copaxone 3 months now and had some bad reactions in the beginning - but found work arounds. Good luck!

lilc · 10-14-2005, 03:12 PM

I'm delighted to report that the Copaxone people called me today! They are sending my autoinject and travel case, and they said they'd be calling in 2-4 business days regarding my insurance. They offered lot's of resources, including a Copaxone user to talk to. I declined that one since I have you all and one non-cyber friend who is using Copaxone. Still don't know how long it will take, but I'm comforted to know the process is moving along!

lilc · 10-14-2005, 03:15 PM

orngcrayon, what time of day do you inject? Were your bad reactions the ones they mention or something out of the ordinary? (I'm actually trying to keep the possible reactions out of the forefront of my mind, trying to EXPECT the best, but be prepared if it doesn't go perfectly.)