To answer bri_stats's question specifically:
From a clinical standpoint, Italy AIFA reimbursement is something I discuss with patients regularly.
The short answer: discuss this specific situation with your prescribing provider.
The longer answer involves weighing the risk-benefit ratio for your individual situation, which I am happy to elaborate on if helpful.
+1 to fiona_VT. Especially the point about "I've been looking for this exact info fo..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Italy AIFA reimbursement .
OP here — wow, did not expect this much response! Thank you all for the thoughtful replies on Italy AIFA reimbursement .
To answer pete_nash: yes, I am on compounded sema from a 503B pharmacy.
Quick update: things are still going well. Thanks again for the evidence-based discussion — this is exactly why I posted in a science-based community. 🙏
+1 to AmyNC_wife. Especially the point about "Dad of 2 checking in — I started at 293 ..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Italy AIFA reimbursement .
Same experience here with Italy AIFA reimbursement . COA_Karl described it perfectly.