Common Questions about Follistim AQ

What does Follistim do during IVF?

During assisted reproductive technologies like IVF, Follistim acts like the naturally produced FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) in the body. It stimulates a follicle (egg) to develop and mature in the ovary.

Is Follistim AQ the same as Gonal-F?

Both Follistim AQ and Gonal-F are very similar. Both contain follitropin; however, Gonal-F is follitropin-alfa and Follistim AQ is follitropin-beta. Both are used to treat infertility in men and women.

Where to inject Follistim AQ?

You should inject Follistim AQ on your upper outer thigh or on your abdomen, just below your belly button.

Does Follistim AQ cause weight gain?

Follistim AQ does not usually cause weight gain. Seek emergency medical care if you develop rapid weight gain after using this medication. This can be one of the signs of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), a complication of gonadotropin therapy.

Does Follistim AQ cause twins?

There is a higher risk of multifetal gestation (getting pregnant with more than one baby) if you use Follistim AQ because it can cause the release of more than one egg from the ovary.

What is the success rate of Follistim AQ?

Studies have shown an ovulation rate of over 95% in women using Follistim pen for ovulation induction. With assisted reproductive technology like IVF or ICSI, Follistim AQ has a biochemical pregnancy rate per attempt of around 57% and per embryo transfer of around 62%.

What is the price of Follistim AQ without insurance?

Without insurance, Follistim AQ can be as high as $2,744.84, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $2,570.38 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Follistim AQ with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Follistim AQ—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Follistim AQ. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.