IVIG Infusion Therapy

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About IVIG Infusion Therapy

Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG) infusion therapy delivers antibodies directly into the bloodstream to help strengthen the immune system, fight infections, and reduce inflammation. This therapy helps enhance immune response, reduce inflammation, and protect against infections in patients whose immune systems are compromised due to conditions like primary immunodeficiency, lupus, myositis, vasculitis, or as a side effect of treatments such as chemotherapy or immunosuppressants. IVIG is typically administered in an outpatient setting under close medical supervision to ensure safety and effectiveness.

Condition treated by this therapy

IVIG is used to treat immune-related diseases, including primary and secondary immunodeficiencies, where the body lacks sufficient antibodies to fight infections.

IVIG effectively treats diseases that fall into the following categories:

Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases (PIDD) – like Common Variable Immunodeficiency (CVID), X-linked Agammaglobulinemia (XLA), and Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)

Secondary Immunodeficiency – caused by conditions like HIV or by treatments such as chemotherapy or long-term corticosteroid use

Autoimmune Diseases – Conditions such as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Myositis/Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis, Sjögren’s Syndrome, Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).

Neurological Disorders – Such as Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP), Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN), and Myasthenia Gravis.

Inflammatory and Vasculitic Conditions – Such as Kawasaki Disease, Adult-onset Still’s Disease, and Vasculitis.

In all these conditions, IVIG helps either replace missing antibodies, suppress harmful immune activity, or modulate the immune system’s inflammatory response.

IVIG Price

The cost of IVIG infusion therapy 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 IVIG Infusion Therapy

IVIG infusion therapy administered in an infusion clinic by a healthcare professional
Comfortable patient-centered semi-private pods equipped with zero gravity massage chairs, fireplace and entertainment bar
Infusions usually last 2 to 6 hours depending on the dose and infusion rate. The first session may be slower to monitor patient's tolerability.

IVIG Side Effects

We have 2 options available for IVIG infusion therapy depending on your needs. Please refer to their corresponding medication pages for a full list of side effects:

GAMMAGARD LIQUID® - GAMMAGARD LIQUID® [Immune Globulin Infusion (Human) 10%] is an immune globulin indicated for the treatment of primary immunodeficiency (PI) in adults and children 2 years and older, maintenance therapy in adults with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), and multifocal motor neuropathy (MMN) in adults
GAMUNEX-C® - [Immune Globulin Injection (Human), 10% Caprylate/Chromatography Purified] is an immune globulin indicated for the treatment of primary humoral immunodeficiency (PI), idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP)

IVIG Infusion Therapy at Violet Health

Your comfort during IVIG nfusion 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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