I certainly can relate to your hesitation about the very long list of side effects. My dr. did give me the form from the manufacturer to fill out to get Forteo for a reduced cost. He knows I’m on Medicare. I was not eligible for their help because my husband is still working. My co pay is still around a $1000 a month. My goal is to take the Forteo for up to two years and then take a less expensive maintenance drug. I had very early surgical menopause which has caused me to have pretty severe osteoporosis.