Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) is an inflammatory disease affecting large and medium arteries, often in the head. It can cause headaches, vision problems, and jaw pain—and can lead to blindness if untreated. Infusion therapy is used to reduce arterial inflammation.
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Why Infusion Therapy?
Infusion therapy may be prescribed for RA patients who:
- To control active disease quickly
- As a steroid-sparing strategy
- When patients cannot tolerate long-term oral medications
Common Giant Cell Arteritis Infusion Medications
Actemra® (tocilizumab)
IL-6 inhibitor approved for GCA
What to Expect
- Frequency Options: Administered once weekly (SC) or monthly via IV
- Session Length: Infusion duration: ~1 hour
- Safety Checks: Monitoring for side effects during and after treatment
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Infusion therapy requires a referral from your rheumatologist, neurologist, or ophthalmologist.