Cutaquig Infusion Therapy
Discover why thousands of patients choose Haven Infusion as their preferred place to receive infusions and injections.
What is Cutaquig?
Cutaquig is a subcutaneous immune globulin (IgG) therapy used to help people with certain immune system disorders. It’s FDA approved to treat primary humoral immunodeficiency (PI), including:
Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID)
X-linked agammaglobulinemia
Congenital agammaglobulinemia
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
Severe combined immunodeficiencies
Cutaquig works by giving your body the antibodies it needs when it can’t make enough on its own.
It’s given under the skin (subcutaneously), so you don’t need IV access, just small injections into areas like the thigh or abdomen.
How Often Do I Need Cutaquig Injections?
You and your provider can choose a schedule that fits your lifestyle. The most common is weekly injections, though some patients prefer multiple times a week and others prefer less often (every other week, every month).
Your first appointment usually takes about 1 to 1.5 hours, broken down approximately as follows:
Check-in & forms: ~10-15 min
Preparation: ~5–10 min
Medication administration: 15-30 min
Post-treatment monitoring: ~15-30 min
Further appointments can be shorter if you tolerate the medication well.
How Do I Prepare for My Cutaquig 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 Cutaquig.
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 Cutaquig Have Any Side Effects?
Most patients tolerate Cutaquig well. If a patient does have side effects, the most common ones are headache, fever or redness/itching near the injection site.
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 Cutaquig 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.
How Do I Get My Cutaquig Injection at Haven Infusion?
Starting or switching your care to Haven Infusion is simple, but requires your physician to send us an order. Your doctor should send us:
A complete and signed Cutaquig order form
Labs and tests that support your diagnosis
Latest progress notes
Any medication you have previously tried to manage or treat your condition
Simply reach out to us or ask your doctor to visit our referrals page to start the process.
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