What is infusion therapy?
“Infusion” or “infusion therapy” includes the delivery of medications directly into the vein of an individual. This service is also called intravenous or IV administration. Infusion, intravenous, or injectable methods of medication delivery are often used when pill/oral medications are unavailable, insufficient, or inappropriate. A number of the latest medications are derived or made from living cells (biologic) and cannot be consumed orally, like a pill, because they lose their effectiveness once exposed to the GI system. Biologic medications are commonly used to treat inflammatory bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis along with other autoimmune disorders. If you or a loved one are seeking IV therapy in Hattiesburg, MS, request a consultation at a Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC location in your community.
Why choose a Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC infusion center?
Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC infusion centers enable comprehensive gastrointestinal health services in conjunction with your provider. Our locations have specialized gastrointestinal nurses who focus on gastrointestinal disease management and infusion therapy and treatment, partnering with onsite physicians to offer you the best possible care. Our centers are all outpatient infusion-focused and feature flexible appointments for your convenience. In addition, our practice promises the highest standard of safety, patient experience, and quality at all of our intravenous infusion centers.
What medications can be administered through infusion therapy?
The medications listed here can be provided by way of IV infusion therapy:
- Iron products
- STELARA®
- REMICADE®
- Infliximab biosimilars – INFLECTRA®, RENFLEXIS®, AVSOLA®
- ENTYVIO®
For more information about the IV infusion therapy and how it might be beneficial for you, contact a Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC provider to request a consultation.
How can I prepare for my infusion therapy?
The tips listed below can help you prepare for your IV infusion therapy at our Hattiesburg, MS center:
- Wear clothing with layers
- Drink plenty of water
- Wear comfortable clothes
- Bring a list of current medications
- Some individuals may need to premedicate
For additional information on what else you can expect throughout your appointment, please review intravenous infusion therapy with your Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC provider.
Infusion therapy for gastrointestinal issues
Should you or a member of your family experience ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), or any other disorder that requires the need to receive medication through an IV, you can trust the experts at Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC to provide you with the highest level of personalized care. Our gastroenterology providers specialize in GI conditions and the treatments used to manage such conditions, like intravenous infusion therapy. To hear further details about our infusion therapy suites in Hattiesburg, MS, and their amenities, reach out to a Hattiesburg GI Associates, PLLC location in your area.
