ILUMYA® Infusion Therapy

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About ILUMYA® Therapy

ILUMYA® is a prescription medication that treats moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults. It belongs to a group of medications called IL-23 inhibitors Ilumyapro, which work by targeting a specific part of your immune system that's overactive in psoriasis.

If you have moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis that hasn't responded well enough to other treatments, or if you're a candidate for systemic therapy (pills) or phototherapy (light treatment), your doctor might recommend ILUMYA®.

Condition treated by this therapy

ILUMYA® (tildrakizumab-asmn) is FDA-approved specifically for the treatment of adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.

Plaque psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales. These patches (called plaques) most commonly appear on the knees, elbows, scalp, and lower back, but can affect any area of the body.

ILUMYA® is not currently FDA-approved to treat psoriatic arthritis, although clinical studies for this use are ongoing.

ILUMYA® Price

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

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 ILUMYA® Infusion Therapy

ILUMYA® is given as an injection under your skin (called a subcutaneous injection) by your healthcare provider. You'll receive the first dose, then another dose 4 weeks later, and then doses every 12 weeks after that.

This means after your first two doses, you'll only need to come in for treatment four times a year, which many patients find convenient compared to medications that require more frequent dosing.

Before your infusion, it is important to drink plenty of water and come to your appointment hydrated.

Your dedicated Infusion nurse will check your vitals and review your medical history to check for improvements or potential side effects of your infusion therapy.
Your nurse will begin your infusion and check in on you periodically during your treatment.
After your infusion, your nurse will monitor you to ensure you do not have any complications or reactions to the infusion therapy.

ILUMYA® Side Effects

Before starting ILUMYA®, it is important to tell your doctor about any infections you currently have or that keep coming back, if you have tuberculosis (TB) or have been in close contact with someone who has TB, any allergies you have, all medications, vitamins and supplements you are taking and whether you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Not everyone will experience side effect, however the most common side effects include:

Upper respiratory tract infections
Injection site reactions
Headaches

ILUMYA® Therapy at Violet Health

Your comfort during ILUMYA® therapy at Violet Health is our priority. Our ILUMYA® 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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Before you attend your first appointment at Violet Health, please make sure to review the documents below. Please contact us if you have any questions!