Norethindrone Ethinyl Estradiol Ferrous, Tilia Fe
Generic Estrostep Fe
Tilia Fe is a branded-generic medication that’s prescribed to prevent pregnancy and treat acne. Tilia Fe is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of Tilia Fe with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Tilia Fe is a branded-generic medication that’s prescribed to prevent pregnancy and treat acne. Tilia Fe is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of Tilia Fe with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
- Generic
- • Tablet
- • 84 of FE
- • 1 Dispenser Pack
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Intro
Introduction
Written by Ashley Wong, PharmD
Medically reviewed by Amber R. Watson, PharmD
Updated on January 19, 2024
Tilia Fe is a branded-generic* medication that’s prescribed to prevent pregnancy and treat acne. Tilia Fe is not available in a brand-name version. The cost of Tilia Fe with or without insurance can depend on several factors. It might be lowered by using a coupon.
Read on to learn about Tilia Fe and cost. You’ll also find available coupons and suggestions for ways to save on your prescription. If you’d like more information about Tilia Fe, including its uses, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
* Usually, generic drugs are referred to by the name of their active ingredient(s). But branded-generic drugs are generic drugs that are given a trade name by the drugmaker.
Cost
Cost of Tilia Fe
Like other medications, the cost of Tilia Fe can vary. Certain factors may affect its price, such as:
- your insurance plan, if you have coverage
- the pharmacy you use
To find out how much Tilia Fe costs, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or insurance provider. They may be able to suggest ways to save money on your prescription, including those described in this article. To find out what you’d pay using savings coupons, read the “Coupons for Tilia Fe” section.
Coupons
Coupons for Tilia Fe
Prescription drug coupons can help you save money by lowering the cost of Tilia Fe. The Optum Perks coupons above can provide significant savings on your prescription costs.
Note: Optum Perks coupons cannot be used with any insurance copays or benefits.
Available app for coupons
To make finding and using these coupons easier, you can download the Optum Perks app. To learn more about this prescription discount app, see this article.
Insurance and other considerations
Insurance and other considerations for Tilia Fe
Here’s a list of things to consider about the cost of prescription drugs:
- Prior authorization: If you have prescription drug insurance, your insurance company may require prior authorization before it covers the cost of Tilia Fe. In this case, your doctor will communicate with your insurance company regarding your prescription for Tilia Fe. The insurance company will decide whether to cover the medication. If a drug requires prior authorization and you begin taking it without this, you may have to pay the full price of the drug.
- A 3-month supply: If you’re taking Tilia Fe long term, your doctor may suggest a 90-day supply of the medication. This will have to be approved by your insurance company. Getting a 90-day supply could help lower the drug’s cost. It could also save you time having to make trips to your pharmacy.
- Savings accounts: If you’re eligible for a health savings account (HSA) or a flexible spending account (FSA), you can likely use funds from these accounts to pay for your prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medications. HSA and FSA plans help people save money by using pretax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare expenses, such as prescription and OTC drugs. To learn more about whether you’re eligible for these savings accounts and how to use them, talk with your insurance provider or employer.
If you have questions about any of these considerations, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Or contact your insurance company and talk with a representative.
If you don’t have a health insurance plan, let your doctor or pharmacist know. They may suggest online pharmacy options you could use. You can also ask them about ways to obtain health insurance coverage.
Generics vs. brand-names
Generics vs. brand-names
Tilia Fe is a branded-generic medication. It’s not available in a brand-name version.
A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.) Tilia Fe is a branded-generic medication. Usually, generic drugs are referred to by the name of their active drugs. But branded-generic drugs are given a propriety name by the drugmaker.
Tilia Fe is based on the brand-name version Loestrin Fe 1/20, which is no longer available.
Branded-generics and generics usually cost less than brand-name drugs. And they’re thought to be as safe and effective as the brand-name version.
FAQ
Common questions about Tilia Fe and cost
Here are some common questions and answers about Tilia Fe.
How does the cost of Tilia Fe compare with the cost of other birth control pills?
The cost of a prescription drug, such as Tilia Fe, depends on many factors. This includes the quantity you’re prescribed and your insurance coverage. Every insurance plan varies in which drugs they cover and how they cover them. This means the copay you’ll have to pay can vary for different birth control pills.
If you don’t have prescription drug insurance, the cost can also depend on the pharmacy you purchase the drug from. Pharmacies charge different prices for medications, so check with a few different pharmacies for the best price.
To learn more about how the cost of Tilia Fe compares to other birth control pills, talk with your insurance provider or pharmacy.
Why are costs different for brand-name drugs vs. generic drugs?
Brand-name drugs can be expensive because of the studies needed to test how safe and effective they are.
Makers of a brand-name drug can sell their drug for up to 20 years. When the patent for a brand-name drug expires, other drugmakers can make and sell generic versions. A generic medication is an identical copy of the active ingredient in a brand-name medication. (An active ingredient is what makes a medication work.)
This competition may help keep costs of generic medications lower. Also, generic medications contain the same active ingredients as brand-name medications. So they don’t require the same testing, which can be costly.
If you’d like to know more about the cost differences between brand-name and generic drugs, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
What to ask
What to ask about Tilia Fe
This article provides cost information related to Tilia Fe. It also offers suggestions for ways to save money on your prescription. Above on this page, you’ll find coupons for Tilia Fe.
If you have more questions about paying for this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist. You can also contact your insurance company.
Here’s a list of questions you may want to ask regarding the cost of your medication:
- Will I have a copay for Tilia Fe?
- Are there lower-cost drugs prescribed to prevent pregnancy?
- Will my insurance cover Tilia Fe?
Resources
Resources
- Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Orange Book: Approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence evaluations. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cder/ob/index.cfm
- Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Purple Book: Database of licensed biological products. https://purplebooksearch.fda.gov
- Tilia Fe – ndac and ee tablets and ferrous fumarate tablets. (2022). https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/services/spl/set-ids/cebfb589-1b34-4f51-a0c8-c2c0cf4c7145/spl-doc
Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.
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