New to infusion therapy? Starting infusion therapy can seem overwhelming. We’re here to put your mind at ease and support you along your journey. Connect with a local patient care representative from Wellscript to get started today.

Infusion 101

Infusion therapy involves the administration of medication or fluids directly into the bloodstream through a vein. This can be done in a variety of settings, however most providers and patients find the best results when services take place in an outpatient infusion clinic. 

Infusion therapy is often used when oral medications are not effective, when high doses of medication are needed, or when a patient cannot take medications by mouth. Infusion therapy is typically administered by a trained healthcare professional and can be done on an outpatient or inpatient basis.

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Conditions Wellscript can treat with Infusion therapy

At Wellscript, we use infusion therapy to treat a wide range of conditions, including:

Cancer

Chemotherapy and other cancer treatments are often administered through infusion therapy.

Chronic Pain

Infusion therapy can be used to deliver pain medications directly to the bloodstream, providing more effective relief than oral medications.

Infections

Infusion therapy can be used to deliver antibiotics to treat bacterial, fungal, or viral infections that have not responded to oral medications.

Autoimmune Disorders

Infusion therapy can be used to deliver medications that help manage autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Infusion therapy can be used to deliver essential vitamins and nutrients to patients who are unable to obtain them through their diet.

Dehydration

Infusion therapy can be used to deliver fluids to patients who are dehydrated due to illness, surgery, or other factors.

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How Should I Prepare for Treatment?

Depending on the treatment, your doctor will provide you with instructions for how to prepare for your infusion. If not, a treatment specialist from Wellscript will be happy to assist. Our local care team works closely with patients to prepare for infusion, including letting patients know what to eat or drink before treatments, and any medications to avoid. As a patient, we ask that you let us know about any allergies or medical conditions that could affect the infusion.