COSENTYX® Infusion Therapy

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About COSENTYX® Infusion Therapy

COSENTYX® is a prescription medicine that helps treat several conditions related to inflammation in your body. It belongs to a group of medications called interleukin inhibitors, which work by blocking a specific protein in your body (called IL-17A) that can cause inflammation.

How does COSENTYX® work?

Your immune system normally protects your body against infections and diseases. However, sometimes it can mistakenly attack healthy parts of your body, causing inflammation and symptoms of various conditions. COSENTYX targets and blocks a specific messenger in your immune system that contributes to inflammation. By blocking this messenger, COSENTYX helps reduce the inflammation and improve your symptoms.

Condition treated by this therapy

COSENTYX® is approved to treat several conditions:

Plaque psoriasis
Psoriatic arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis
Hidradenitis suppurativa

COSENTYX® Price

The out-of-pocket COSENTYX® price will vary depending on your insurance coverage. If you have questions about your coverage, contact your insurance provider.

Many patients with commercial insurance qualify for the COSENTYX® Co-pay Program which can help cover the out-of-pocket COSENTYX® price. For those without insurance, they may be eligible for financial resources and drug assistance programs.

No patient should go without necessary treatment due to financial limitations. If you have questions about financial assistance opportunities, contact a member of our Violet Health team.

What to Expect During COSENTYX® Therapy

COSENTYX® is given as an injection under the skin. Your healthcare provider will show you or your caregiver how to give the injections if you'll be doing them at home. COSENTYX® comes in different forms, including pre-filled pens and syringes that make it easier to give yourself the medication.

When you first start COSENTYX®, you'll typically receive more frequent doses (called loading doses). After these initial doses, most people only need to take COSENTYX® once a month depending on their condition.

COSENTYX® isn't a cure for your condition, but it can help manage your symptoms and may improve your quality of life. It may take several weeks before you notice improvements in your symptoms. It's important to continue taking COSENTYX® as prescribed, even if you start feeling better.

Your healthcare provider will monitor your progress and can answer any questions you have about your treatment. Always discuss any concerns or new symptoms with your doctor.

COSENTYX® Side Effects

The most common COSENTYX® side effects are:

Nasopharyngitis (nose and throat inflammation)
Upper respiratory tract infections
Diarrhea

Potentially serious side effects include infections. COSENTYX® can affect your immune system and may increase your risk of infections. Your doctor will examine for tuberculosis (TB) before starting treatment.

Signs of infection include:

Fever, sweats, or chills
Muscle aches
Coughing
Shortness of breath
Blood in phlegm
Weight loss
Warm, red, or painful skin or sores
Diarrhea or stomach pain
Burining when urinating
Urinating more often than normal

Some people may experience serious allergic reactions to COSENTYX®. Seek emergency treatment immediately if you notice:

Feeling faint
Swelling of your face, eyelids, lips, mouth, tongue or throat.
Trouble breathing or throat tightness
Chest tightness
Skin rash or hives (red, itchy bumps)

If you are allergic to latex, be awate that the needle caps on the COSENTYX® Sensoready pen and prefilled syringes contain natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions.

You should not receive live vaccines while taking COSENTYX®, but you may receive non-live vaccinations.

COSENTYX® Therapy at Violet Health

Your comfort during COSENTYX® infusion therapy at Violet Health is our priority. Our COSENTYX® patients enjoy walk-up parking, complimentary entertainment and snacks, and a team of highly trained providers during each treatment. Plus, Violet Health’s evening and weekend hours and convenient city and rural locations make it easier to schedule your appointments.

Violet Health Infusion Centers provides infusion therapy for patients with rare, chronic, or complex conditions in a comfortable, patient-centered atmosphere.

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