STELARA

Injection Therapy

STELARA treats plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative colitis. STELARA Infusion therapy is available at Optimum Care Infusion Center.

About STELARA® Infusion Therapy

STELARA is a prescription biologic medication. Unlike some biologics that target specific enzymes or proteins causing inflammation, STELARA targets two naturally occurring proteins in the body, IL-12, and IL-23. These proteins are elevated in patients with autoimmune diseases like IBD, plaque psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis.

STELARA is the only FDA-approved treatment that specifically targets these proteins.

Conditions Treated by STELARA® Infusion Therapy

STELARA infusion therapy may treat the following conditions:

STELARA® Cost

The out-of-pocket STELARA cost will vary depending on your insurance coverage. If you have questions about your coverage, contact your insurance provider.

The STELARA withMe Savings Program may be able to assist you with covering your STELARA cost. The program offers help understanding your insurance coverage and financial responsibilities as well as financial assistance that may be available.

No patient should go without necessary treatment due to financial limitations. If you have questions about financial assistance opportunities, contact a member of our Optimum Care team.

What to Expect During STELARA® Infusion Therapy

If your provider prescribes STELARA infusion therapy, they will test you for tuberculosis (TB) before starting therapy. The first dose is administered via a single IV infusion administered through a vein in your arm. The medication dosage is tailored to your body weight and is administered by a healthcare professional. The infusion usually takes at least one hour to complete.

Following the initial IV infusion, STELARA is administered as a subcutaneous injection every 8 weeks. You will be monitored for TB and other infections during and after STERLARA infusion therapy.

STELARA® Side Effects

Some patients may experience mild STELARA side effects. Some of the most common side effects include:

Nasal congestion

Upper respiratory symptoms

Nausea

Vomiting

Headache

Fatigue

Itching

Joint pain

If you have any concerns about potential STELARA side effects, contact your referring provider.

STELARA® Infusion Therapy at Optimum Care

Your comfort during STELARA infusion therapy at FlexCare is our priority. Our STELARA patients enjoy walk-up parking, complimentary entertainment and snacks, and a team of highly trained providers during each treatment. Plus, FlexCare’s evening and weekend hours and convenient city and rural locations make it easier to schedule your appointments.

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Getting Started With STELARA® Infusion Therapy

If you are interested in receiving STELARA infusion therapy treatment at Optimum Care Infusion Center, talk to your doctor about sending us a referral.

If you have any questions, you can also contact Optimum Care directly. We look forward to helping you soon.

Providers – ready to learn more?

Request a visit from an Optimum Care representative, and a member of our team will come to your office to discuss our services.