Fasenra FAQs

Question 1

How much does Fasenra cost without insurance?

Accepted Answer

If your Fasenra prescription is administered by a healthcare professional, it will be purchased by the hospital or clinic and administered at that location. If you use the self-injection pen, you may be advised to purchase Fasenra from a specialty pharmacy. The retail price of Fasenra without insurance averages $2,269.11 for 1, 0.5ml of 10mg/0.5ml syringe. By applying the savings from a SingleCare discount card at a participating pharmacy, you pay only $1,882.45 for a prescription of for 1, 0.5ml of 10mg/0.5ml syringe. Check the SingleCare website to start saving today.

Question 2

How much does Fasenra cost with insurance?

Accepted Answer

Fasenra is very expensive, so copay costs of Fasenra will vary depending on your insurance company. Some insurance plans may require a prior authorization before approving payment for this prescription. With SingleCare, Fasenra costs $1,882.45 for 1, 0.5ml of 10mg/0.5ml syringe. If you use the self-injection pen, your insurance may require you to use a specialty pharmacy to purchase this medication. You can ask your insurance and/or healthcare provider about the best place to get your prescription. If your healthcare professional will administer the medication, they will order the medicine and administer it to you in a healthcare setting. You can also contact the manufacturer for information about savings options such as the Fasenra 360 Savings Program and other possible ways to save on this prescription medicine.

Question 3

Does Medicare cover Fasenra and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Medicare prescription drug programs may or may not cover Fasenra—check with your plan for coverage information. For injections done at a healthcare facility, Medicare Part B will often cover the injection with prior authorization. For patients without coverage, SingleCare offers coupons for Fasenra which may reduce the cost of Fasenra to $1,882.45 per 1, 0.5ml of 10mg/0.5ml syringe. If you are not prescribed the self-injection pen, ask your clinic or your hospital's case manager about the eligibility of a SingleCare Fasenra coupon.

Question 4

Is there a generic of Fasenra?

Accepted Answer

Fasenra is a brand-name prescription injection either administered by a doctor, or self-administered with Fasenra Pen. There is no generic version of Fasenra.

Question 5

What is Fasenra?

Accepted Answer

Fasenra is a prescription injection used as a maintenance treatment in patients with severe asthma due to high levels of eosinophils. This is a type of severe asthma associated with high levels of a type of white blood cells (called eosinophils) in the lungs, which cause inflammation and make breathing difficult. The active ingredient in Fasenra, benralizumab, is a monoclonal antibody that works by reducing eosinophils, a type of white blood cell that causes inflammation in this type of severe asthma. Fasenra is used in combination with other medications, when asthma is not well-controlled. Fasenra is injected subcutaneously, or under the skin, and can be injected into the thigh or abdomen. It can also be administered into the upper arm by a healthcare provider or caregiver. Fasenra is generally administered once every 4 weeks for 3 doses, then once every 8 weeks after that. Fasenra is available as a prefilled syringe. This must be administered by a healthcare provider. Fasenra is also available as an autoinjector pen. The patient or caregiver may administer this, after proper training by a healthcare provider. Before you take Fasenra, let your doctor know about all of your medical conditions. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also, be sure to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and OTC drugs, vitamins, and supplements.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Fasenra?

Accepted Answer

Common side effects that people experience with Fasenra are injection site reactions such as redness, pain, and itching. Other common side effects of Fasenra include headache, sore throat, and fever. Allergic reactions to Fasenra are rare but serious. Get emergency medical help if you have hives, trouble breathing or swallowing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. This is not a full list of side effects and others may occur. Ask your healthcare provider for a full list of side effects. You can also ask questions and find out more information about adverse effects that may occur with Fasenra.

Question 7

Is Fasenra a steroid?

Accepted Answer

Fasenra is not a steroid medication. Fasenra is classified as an interleukin-5 receptor alpha-directed cytolytic monoclonal antibody. It works by decreasing a type of white blood cell (eosinophils). This helps reduce swelling and irritation of the airways and helps make breathing easier.

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