Infusion lines, commonly referred to as intravenous (IV) lines or catheters, are used to deliver medications, fluids, blood products, and nutrients directly into a patient’s bloodstream. There are several types of infusion lines, each designed for specific purposes and durations of use. Here are the main types: Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC): Description: A short catheter […]
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5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) is a chemotherapy drug used to treat various types of cancer, such as breast, colorectal, stomach, pancreatic, head and neck, and skin cancer (including basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma). It belongs to a class of drugs called antimetabolites, which work by interfering with the synthesis of DNA and RNA in cancer
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Milrinone is a medication used to treat heart failure, particularly in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. It belongs to a class of drugs called phosphodiesterase-3 (PDE-3) inhibitors. By inhibiting PDE-3, milrinone increases the levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) in cardiac muscle cells. This, in turn, enhances calcium ion influx, leading to increased contractility
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Hizentra (Immune Globulin Subcutaneous, Human 20% Liquid) is a subcutaneous immunoglobulin (SCIG) therapy used to treat patients with primary immunodeficiency (PI) diseases. Primary immunodeficiency diseases are a group of disorders caused by an impaired or malfunctioning immune system, making affected individuals more susceptible to infections and other immune-related complications. Hizentra is a concentrated solution of
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Involves the intravenous or subcutaneous administration of drugs or biologicals to an individual at home. Covered components needed to perform home infusion include the drug (for example, antivirals, immune globulin), equipment (for example, a pump), and supplies (for example, tubing and catheters). Nursing services are necessary to train and educate the patient and caregivers on
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