What is infusion therapy?
“Infusion” or “infusion therapy” is a service involving the administration of medications directly into the vein. It is additionally called intravenous or IV therapy. Infusion, intravenous, or injectable ways of medication administration are frequently utilized when pill/oral medications are insufficient, unavailable, or inappropriate. A number of the latest medications are biologic (made or derived from living cells) and cannot be consumed via the mouth, like a pill, because they will not remain effective once exposed to the digestive tract. Biologic medications are frequently prescribed to address inflammatory bowel diseases, which include Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis among other autoimmune disorders. If you or a loved one are seeking infusion therapy in Houston, TX, request a consultation at a Gastroenterology Consultants location in your community.
Why choose a Gastroenterology Consultants infusion center?
Gastroenterology Consultants infusion centers allow for comprehensive gastrointestinal health services in collaboration with your physician. We have specialized gastroenterology nurses with a focus on digestive disease management and infusion therapy and treatment, partnering with onsite physicians to offer you the best possible care. Our centers feature outpatient IV infusion therapy and offer flexible scheduling. In addition, our team is dedicated to the greatest level of quality, safety, and patient experience at each of our intravenous infusion centers.
What medications can be administered through infusion therapy?
The medications listed below can be administered through IV infusion therapy:
- Iron products
- Infliximab biosimilars – INFLECTRA®, RENFLEXIS®, AVSOLA®
- REMICADE®
- STELARA®
- ENTYVIO®
How can I prepare for my infusion therapy?
The following tips can help you prepare for your infusion therapy at our Houston, TX center:
- Some individuals may require premedication
- Wear comfortable clothes
- Wear clothing with layers
- Drink plenty of water
- Bring a list of the medications you currently take
To understand what to expect throughout your appointment, please review IV infusion therapy with your Gastroenterology Consultants provider.
