Infusion and injectable medications can be effective treatment methods for patients suffering from a variety of gastrointestinal conditions. Centers for Gastroenterology proudly offers several types of medications to address symptoms and improve the livelihoods of patients.
What Medication Treatments Do We Offer?
Infusion and injectable medications can often be effective because they allow treatments, medications, and nutrients to be properly absorbed into the body. All types of infusion medications are administered through an intravenous (IV) line. Injections are typically administered subcutaneously. Patients may need repeated or regular infusion or injection sessions.
Infliximab is administered as an intravenous infusion lasting approximately 2 hours. Infusion times may vary on the number of infusions you have received. Your gastroenterologist will determine the correct dose and interval of the infusions.
Entyvio is administered as an intravenous infusion lasting just over 30 minutes. Maintenance infusion intervals will be determined by your gastroenterologist.
Stelara is administered as one single intravenous infusion lasting approximately 1 hour, then one 90-mg subcutaneous self-administered injection starting 8 weeks after the initial IV infusion for maintenance. Dosing for both the infusion and injections are per manufacturing guidelines and determined by your gastroenterologist.
Skyrizi is administered as three intravenous infusions lasting approximately 1 hour each followed by maintenance self-administered subcutaneous injections as ordered by your gastroenterologist.
Simponi Aria is administered as an intravenous infusion lasting approximately 30 minutes. Maintenance infusion intervals will be determined by your gastroenterologist.
Cimzia is administered as a subcutaneous injection, the dosing and interval will be determined by your gastroenterologist.Iron Infusions can help restore iron levels in patients with anemia. This is a particularly good option for patients who have not found relief from iron supplements. This treatment can take a matter of hours to complete, and it may need to be repeated
Infusions for Crohn’s and Colitis Patients
The Centers for Gastroenterology have been offering infusions for almost 15 years, helping our Crohn’s and Colitis patients get back to their normal selves. …
Continue ReadingFor all medication treatments, you will see your gastroenterologist periodically to monitor your progress and response to the medication.
Our team is highly trained and prepared to make your treatment process a comfortable and effective experience.
Contact Us Today to Talk About Medication Treatments
If you are concerned about symptoms you or a loved one may be experiencing, Centers for Gastroenterology would love to help ease your mind and work with you to develop a plan of treatment. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for a consultation with one of our experienced providers.
You can find a continually-updated list of medications Centers for Gastroenterology infuses at the NICA (National Infusion Center Association) website https://infusioncenter.org under the Infusion Center Locator tab.
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