NUCALA® Infusion Therapy
About NUCALA Infusion Therapy
NUCALA is a biologic drug that targets eosinophils, a type of white blood cell that can cause asthma inflammation. It's taken every four weeks in addition to other asthma medications
Conditions treated by this therapy
Nucala is used to treat the following conditions:
- eosinophilic asthma in adults and in children ages 6 years and older.
- chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal (nose) polyps in adults.
- eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (also called Churg-Strauss syndrome) in adults.
NUCALA 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 NUCALA Infusion Therapy
A Nucala infusion is injected subcutaneously (under the skin) once every 4 weeks.
NUCALA Side Effects
Nucala (mepolizumab) can cause a number of side effects, including:
- Common side effects: Headache, injection site reactions, back pain, and tiredness
- Less common side effects: Bladder pain, bloody or cloudy urine, difficult urination, muscle aches or spasms, nausea, runny nose, shivering, skin rash, and upper abdominal pain
NUCALA Infusion Therapy at Violet Health
Your comfort during NUCALA 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.