What is IV medication infusion?
Intravenous (IV) medication infusion is a process of delivering specialized medications directly into your bloodstream to treat neurological conditions. Many therapeutic medicines focus on changing the immune system to relieve neurological symptoms.
IV medication infusion therapy may be a more effective solution for neurological conditions than taking oral medications and involves less risk. By delivering the medicines directly into your blood, you receive the maximum benefit of treatment.
What conditions can be treated with IV medication infusion?
The team at Southlake Neurology & Neurophysiology Clinic use IV medication infusion therapy to treat a variety of neurologic conditions, such as:
- Chronic headaches
- Multiple sclerosis
- Myasthenia gravis
- Autoimmune chronic polyneuropathy, such as CIDP
- Autoimmune myopathy/myositis, such as polymyositis and dermatomyositis
They can determine if IV medication infusion therapy is right for you following a thorough physical and neurological exam, as well as a confirmation of your diagnosis.
What medications are used in IV infusions?
The team at Southlake Neurology & Neurophysiology Clinic can customize your infusion therapy based on your needs and specific condition.
Common medicines the providers use in infusions include:
- DHE-45
- Immunoglobulin (IgG)
- Magnesium
- Pulsed dose steroids treatment
- Solaris
- Specialized MS drugs (Lamtrada, Ocrevus, Tysabri)
- Rituximab
The staff at Southlake Neurology & Neurophysiology Clinic carefully monitor your overall health and safety throughout your treatment. The nursing staff all have extensive training in IV infusions to reduce your risk for side effects and serious health complications.
Your provider can determine how often you need infusion therapy based on your condition and the effectiveness of the treatment. Typically, infusions are necessary every month or several times a year.
To find out if you’re a candidate for IV medication infusions for a neurological condition, schedule a consultation at Southlake Neurology & Neurophysiology Clinic by phone today.
