About VYVGART® Infusion Therapy
VYVGART® is a biologic therapy that is indicated to treat: Generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) in adult patients who are anti-acetylcholine receptor (AChR) antibody positive.
Condition treated by this therapy
FDA-approved to treat generalized myasthenia gravis.
VYVGART® 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 VYVGART® Infusion Therapy
- You may wait in the waiting area for an hour or more before being called into the infusion area.
- Be greeted medical professional will check you in and ask for your ID and insurance card.
- Be preparedYou can expect to be guided through the process by a trained medical professional.
- Be comfortableYou'll be seated or lying down in a comfortable position. You can bring a sweater if you get cold, or a portable fan if you get hot.
- Receive medicationA nurse will insert a needle or catheter into your arm or hand and connect it to an IV bag. The medication will drip into your bloodstream through the IV.
- Be monitoredYour medical provider will monitor your vitals, such as your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
VVYVGART Side Effects
Injection site reactionsRash, redness, itching, bruising, pain, and hives
common side effects
- headache (including migraine)
- paresthesias (feelings of numbness or pins and needles)
- muscle pain.
- respiratory tract infection*
- urinary tract infection (UTI)*
VVYVGART Infusion Therapy at Violet Health
Your comfort during VYVGART 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.
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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.