RITUXAN (rituximab) is a type of antibody therapy that can be used alone or with chemotherapy. They work in different ways to find and attack the cells where cancer starts.
It is used to treat certain types of cancer like non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, microscopic polyangiitis, and pemphigus vulgaris.
The cost of prescription medications can vary depending on your insurance coverage. If you're concerned about the price of your medication:
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.
The first infusion of RITUXAN is given slowly.
Your first treatment may take 4 to 6 hours or more. If you have an infusion-related reaction, your infusion will be slowed or stopped.
Your next infusions should take less time.
Starting with the second treatment cycle, your infusions will generally take between 3 and 4 hours. Previously untreated follicular lymphoma and DLBCL patients who do not have a serious infusion-related reaction during initial treatment may be able to receive follow-up infusions that last only 90 minutes. Not all patients will be able to receive a faster infusion.
Infusion-Related Reactions:
Your comfort during RITUXAN 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.
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!
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