Intravenous Rituxan (Rituximab) Infusion

(Putting drugs directly into the bloodstream)

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Infusion therapy, or intravenous therapy infusion, is a method to put drugs directly into the bloodstream. The treatment is administered via a port under the skin or directly into a vein using a needle. The drugs are introduced into the body in a controlled dosage over time. Side effects are dependant upon the type of drug or drugs used.

Advice

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1.5
Pain
Pain is 0 of 10
Inconvenience
Inconvenience is 3 of 10

0 = not bad, 10 = bad

Drink plenty of fluids to help your body assimilate the infusion.

 

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Intravenous Rituxan (Rituximab) Infusion

I received Rituxan (Rituximab) infusion treatment for the skin disorder bullous pemphigoid. Read More

Marc, male, 41, Colorado

 
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