TNF-alpha inhibitor treatment options
 IV | OR  Injection | |
|---|---|---|
How is it given? | IV infusion | Subcutaneous injection |
How long does it take to get the dose? | Up to a couple hours | A few minutes |
Where is it given? | At an infusion center or at home by a clinician | You will get starter doses at a doctor's office or at home from a clinician. For maintenance treatment, a clinician can give you the injections. You can also give them to yourself at home after training and approval from your clinician. |
How often do I need to get maintenance treatment? | Every 2, 4, or 8 weeks, depending on the specific medication | |
Disclaimer
Timing varies depending on the person and may take longer for reasons such as travel time to the infusion center and time to prepare the medication.