INFLECTRA® Infusion Therapy

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About INFLECTRA Infusion Therapy

INFLECTRA is used to reduce the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis and ulcerative colitis. INFLECTRA is also used to treat moderate to severe psoriasis and Crohn's disease.

Condition treated by this therapy

Inflectra (infliximab-dyyb) is a prescription medication used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

Rheumatoid arthritis: Used to reduce symptoms in adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis. It's given in combination with methotrexate.
Crohn's disease: Used to reduce symptoms in children 6 years and older and adults who have not responded well to other medicines.
Ulcerative colitis: Used to reduce symptoms in children 6 years and older and adults who have not responded well to other medicines.
Ankylosing spondylitis: Used to treat adults.
Psoriatic arthritis: Used to treat adults.
Plaque psoriasis: Used to treat adults with chronic, severe, extensive, and/or disabling plaque psoriasis.

INFLECTRA Price

The cost of prescription medications can vary depending on your insurance coverage. If you're concerned about the price of your medication:

Contact your insurance provider to understand your coverage
Ask your doctor or pharmacist about lower-cost alternatives
Check with the drug manufacturer about financial assistance programs
Explore patient assistance options if you're uninsured or underinsured

Remember, many resources exist to help patients access necessary medications. Don't hesitate to ask for help if you're struggling with medication costs. 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 INFLECTRA Infusion Therapy

You will be given Inflectra through a needle placed in a vein (IV or intravenous infusion) in your arm.
Inflectra will be given to you over a period of about 2 hours.
A healthcare professional will monitor you during the infusion and for a period of time afterward for side effects.

INFLECTRA Side Effects

Inflectra (infliximab) can cause a variety of side effects, including:

Common side effects Headache, fever, respiratory infections, cough, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and rash

INFLECTRA Infusion Therapy at Violet Health

Your comfort during INFLECTRA infusion therapy at Violet Health is our priority. Our 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!