GAMMAGARD LIQUID is a ready-to-use liquid medicine that is given in a vein (intravenously) or under the skin (subcutaneously) to treat primary immunodeficiency (PI) in people 2 years and older.
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What to expect with
IV or subQ infusions
Getting started with intravenous (IV) infusions for PI
Here are a few key things you should know, but you and your doctor should talk through specific details.
- GAMMAGARD LIQUID IV infusions are given into a vein by a healthcare professional
- Infusions can be given at a hospital, an infusion clinic, or by a healthcare professional at home, every 3 or 4 weeks
- Your dose and how often you receive infusions will be prescribed based on how you respond to and tolerate the treatment
Know what to expect with your IV infusions
- Your nurse will prepare the necessary supplies (If you’re in a hospital, you may be asked to sign a consent form for potential risks.)
- Be sure to gather what you want to help pass the time (book, magazine, remote, etc) and grab a glass of water
- Once supplies are prepared, the nurse will put the IV in place to get started
- Let the nurse know if you are uncomfortable at any time
- Try your best to relax
- Put whatever you brought to pass the time to good use
- Drink fluids to stay hydrated
- If anything feels off, let the nurse know
- Write down details of your infusion and any questions for your doctor in a notebook or journal
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Getting started with subcutaneous, or subQ, infusions
Here are a few key things you should know, but you and your doctor should talk through specific details.
- GAMMAGARD LIQUID subQ infusions are given under your skin through 1 or more needles. The number of sites depends on your dose
- Infusions can be done at home after training with a nurse, but make sure you read and follow the Detailed Instructions for Administration before getting started
- In the clinical study, weekly infusion times ranged from 0.8 to 2.3 hours (the median time was 1.2 hours)
Know what to expect with your subQ infusions
- Allow vials to reach room temperature naturally (no applied heat). This could take up to 60 minutes
- Find a distraction-free spot and a clean, open workspace that’s been sanitized. Wash hands with antibacterial soap
- Gather supplies from the specialty pharmacy and have the manufacturer’s instructions for your pump handy
- Grab a book, magazine, etc, a glass of water, and notebook or journal to write down any questions you may have during or after your infusion
- Try your best to relax and stay comfy, and put whatever you brought to pass the time to good use
- Care for any side effects based on instructions from your care team
- If you have any side effects, let your doctor or nurse know right away
- Write down details of your infusion in your notebook or journal
Understanding the insurance process can
make a difference
When you are prescribed a specialty medicine like GAMMAGARD LIQUID, your doctor may be required to reach out to your health plan to get preapproval for your treatment. Work with your doctor’s office to ensure you know what your insurance covers and how much GAMMAGARD LIQUID will cost.
First step: Benefits verification
Your doctor’s office will complete a benefits verification on your behalf. They will work with your insurance company to determine if:
- GAMMAGARD LIQUID is covered under your health plan
- How much insurance will pay
- What your deductible will be
- How much you will pay out of pocket
Once the office receives this information, ask the office manager to review your benefits verification results with you. This will help you understand what you are responsible for.
Next step: Prior authorization
Your doctor may need to show your health plan that GAMMAGARD LIQUID is the appropriate treatment for you based on your medical profile. This is called a prior authorization.
- Your doctor’s office will send the necessary forms and documents to your insurance company
- Once your insurance company reviews the prior authorization, you and your doctor’s office will be notified if you are approved for therapy
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