IV Infusion Therapy FAQs
If your doctor has recommended that you undergo IV infusion therapy, you may have some questions about what to expect. Here, the team at CPS Infusion answers common questions about IV infusion treatment so you can feel more comfortable and confident going into your first session.
FAQ's
IV infusion therapy offers a number of benefits:
- Quicker, direct absorption of medications
- More accurate dosage and avoidance of patient error such as forgetting to take oral medication
- Improved comfort
- Doctors can prescribe higher doses of medication to be administered directly into the bloodstream
- Doctors can target specific areas of the body
- Patients may avoid an upset stomach, which is a common side effect of oral medications
- We closely monitor patients when they are undergoing IV infusion therapy
At CPS Infusion, we treat rare diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, neurological diseases, and rheumatic diseases. Visit these pages to learn more about the specific conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, that can be improved with infusion therapy.
Candidates for infusion therapy generally need more aggressive treatment; or they have trouble taking oral medications on schedule or due to side effects. Your doctor or specialist can determine if you’re a good candidate for infusion therapy.
Our infusion nurses have undergone extensive training on all of our IV infusion therapy options so we can provide care in the safest manner possible. For further improved safety, all of our infusion locations are overseen by a physician; this enables us to address any patient issues that arise during the treatment session.
Typically, infusion therapy takes 1 to 3 hours, depending on your unique treatment plan.
We use FDA-approved medications at our infusion center. In addition, physicians are required to submit your medical records detailing your condition and develop a treatment plan that best meets your unique needs.
Your doctor will order any labs necessary prior to your treatment session. Depending on your medication, you may be asked to not eat or drink for a certain amount of time or abstain from drinking alcohol.
We can’t provide you with a quote for your infusion therapy until we receive your insurance information and your order form from your physician. The type of medication, dosage, number of treatment sessions, and insurance will all be contributing factors to the cost of your individual treatment plan.
Most patients feel quite comfortable during IV infusion therapy in our inviting treatment rooms. You may feel a prick from the needle when treatment begins. Other patients report warmth or a tingling feeling as the medication is administered. Overall, IV infusion therapy is considered pain-free and convenient for patients. During your treatment session, you can relax and read, watch TV or movies, or talk with friends or relatives.
After your IV infusion therapy, we recommend that you resume your normal activity, but please be aware of any changes in your body or the IV site following your infusion treatment. You should also avoid any heavy activity or exercise for the day after treatment.