Our Therapies

OMVOH® Infusion Therapy

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About OMVOH® Therapy

OMVOH® (mirikizumab-mrkz) is a prescription medicine that targets inflammation happening in your gut; such in the case with people who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). OMVOH® targets a protien called interleukin-23 (or IL-23 for short). The protein IL-23 is a messenger that tells your immune system to create inflammation in your intestines. Our immune system has this mechanism to protect us from infection; however sometimes our immune system goes into overdive and produces too much of this protein which can attack and damage healthy cells.

The Role OMVOH® plays in managing inflammation

OMVOH® is biologic (made from living cells) and a IL-23 inhibitor, which means it works as a blocker to prevent this protein from sending those inflammatory signals causing your symptoms. This allows your gut to heal and get your sumptoms under control. The key benefit of OMVOH® is that it is very selective; it only blocks this one specific protein pathway, which means it targets the root cause of your inflammation without broadly suppressing your entire immune system.

Condition treated by this therapy

OMVOH® is FDA approved for the following conditions:

Ulcerative Colitis (UC)
Crohn's Disease (CD)

Please note that OMVOH® hasn't been studied in people under 18 years old, so we don't know if it's safe or effective for children.

OMVOH® Price

The out-of-pocket OMVOH® price will vary depending on your insurance coverage. If you have questions about your coverage, contact your insurance provider.

At Violet Health, we believe 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 OMVOH® Infusion Therapy

One of our experienced healthcare professionals will administer your medication through an IV in your arm at weeks 0, 4 and 8. Depending on your diagnosis, your infusion can take 30-90 minutes.

About 30 minutes if you have ulcerative colitis
About 90 minutes if you have Crohn's disease

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Our staff will monitor you to make sure everything goes smoothly.

You'll be guided to your own private room where you can relax in a zero gravity massage chair. Take stay cozy by taking advantage of your in-room fireplace and entertainment bar.

OMVOH® Side Effects

Coomon side effects of OMVOH® include (but are not limited to):

Infection in the nose or throat which may be accompanied by sore throat or common cold symptoms (upper respiratory tract infections)
Injection-site reactions: Itching, swelling, pain or redness/
Rash
Joint pain

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Serious side affects can happen. If you experience any of the following symptoms, please alert clinical staff as soon as possible. All of our rooms are equipped with an emergency call button.

Fainting, dizziness or lightheadedness
Swelling of the face, throat or trouble swallowing
Trouble breathing
Throat tightening or wheezing
Severe itching, hives or redness all over your body
Chest tightness, fast heartbeat
Sweating

OMVOH® Therapy at Violet Health

Your comfort during OMVOH® therapy at Violet Health is our priority. Our OMVOH® 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.

Need a ride? We offer free transportation.

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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