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Cimzia Infusion Therapy

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What is Cimzia?

Cimzia (certolizumab pegol) is an FDA-approved treatment for:

Crohn’s disease (moderate to severe)
Rheumatoid arthritis (moderate to severe)
Plaque psoriasis (moderate to severe)
Psoriatic arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis
Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis (patients aged 2+)

Cimzia blocks TNF-alpha (a protein that fuels inflammation), helping calm autoimmune reactions and reduce symptoms.

It is given as a subcutaneous (under the skin) injection, either via a prefilled syringe or as a reconstituted powder prepared by a clinician

How Often Do I Need Cimzia Injections?

Some patients get Cimzia injections every 2 weeks. Other patients will get their first 3 injections every 2 weeks, then get further injections every 4 weeks. This is determined by your doctor.

Your first appointment usually takes about 1 hour, broken down approximately as follows:

Check-in & forms: ~10-15 min
Preparation: ~5–10 min
Medication administration: <5 min
Post-treatment monitoring: ~15-30 min

Further appointments can shorten to 30 minutes if you tolerate the medication well.

How Do I Prepare for My Cimzia Injection?

Here’s how you should prepare for your appointment:

Consult Your Healthcare Provider

Medical History Review: Ensure your healthcare provider has a complete and up-to-date medical history, including any allergies, current medications, and past reactions to other medications. Your doctor will have sent these records to Haven Infusion beforehand.
Pre-Appointment Testing: Complete any required blood tests or other pre-appointment tests as recommended by your healthcare provider.

Pre-Infusion Medications

Prescription Pre-Medications: You may require pre-medications to reduce the risk of a reaction or adverse event. Your referring provider will include any pre-medications when sending in your prescription order to Haven. Your Haven Infusion clinician will have these ready for you as part of your appointment.
Regular Medications: If you take other medications on a regular basis, be sure to consult with your doctor to see if you need to change how you take them while on Cimzia.

Hydration and Nutrition

Hydrate: Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your injection to ensure you are well-hydrated. If you are a regular caffeine drinker, go lighter the morning of, since caffeine is dehydrating.
Eat Light: Have a light meal before your injection to help maintain your energy levels during the procedure.

Plan for Transportation

Arrange a Ride: Depending on the medication and your reaction to the injection, you might not feel well enough to drive yourself home. Consider arranging for someone to drive you or use a ride service.

By following these steps, you can help ensure that your injection is as safe and comfortable as possible. Always follow the specific instructions provided by your healthcare team.

Does Cimzia Have Any Side Effects?

Most patients tolerate Cimzia well. If a patient does have side effects, the most common ones are flu- or cold-like symptoms, skin rash or urinary tract discomfort.

If you have concerns about side effects, please feel free to discuss them with your doctor before starting treatment. As a specialist in infusion care, Haven Infusion operates with comprehensive and well-established safety protocols, and we are happy to share them with you.

How Much Does Cimzia Cost?

Coverage varies depending on your insurance plan. Our goal is to lower your out-of-pocket costs as much as possible. When your doctor sends us your information, we will verify your benefits and help you find assistance programs that you qualify for.

We always review your expected out-of-pocket costs with you before scheduling your first appointment to ensure full transparency. And, if you have any questions or need help understanding how your insurance works, feel free to ask.