LEQVIO® Infusion Therapy
About LEQVIO Infusion Therapy
LEQVIO is a cholesterol (LDL-C)-lowering injection that works with your liver’s natural process—alongside your statin and a healthy diet—to help get you to your goal.
Condition treated by this therapy
Leqvio is a prescription medication used to help reduce low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in certain adults. (LDL is also known as “bad” cholesterol.) Specifically, Leqvio is prescribed for adults with: heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic (inherited) condition that causes high cholesterol.
LEQVIO 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 LEQVIO Infusion Therapy
LEQVIO is given by injection twice a year for high bad cholesterol.
LEQVIO Side Effects
The most common side effects of Leqvio are listed below. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you.
- Pain, itching, swelling, or redness near the injection site
- Joint pain
- Bronhitis
LEQVIO Infusion Therapy at Violet Health
Your comfort during LEQVIO 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.
Helpful Resources
Patient Forms
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!
Meet our Infusion Specialists
Jalal Thwainey M.D.
Medical Director
Emilie Wojcik, N.P.
Director of Clinical Services
For Provider
Simplify patient referrals and offer advanced treatment options with our infusion partnership program.
For Patient
There may be a better way to manage your condition – explore infusion therapy.