IV Infusion

IV (intravenous) infusion therapy is a procedure that involves delivering medications or nutrients that are injected directly into a patient’s bloodstream. We offer IV iron infusion therapy and Zoledronic Acid infusion therapy designed with accessibility and affordability at its core.

Iron is one of the minerals in the human body. If you don’t have enough iron, your body can’t make hemoglobin, and you may develop anemia. One way of treating anemia is with an iron infusion. We provide both Monoferric and Venofer iron infusions for patients. Monoferric Iron uses a fixed dosing schedule. Patients typically only require one infusion due to higher dosing but will vary based on patient blood work. Venofer or Iron Sucrose is given as a split dose over several days. Patients typically require three infusions but will vary based on patient blood work. The referring physician can select their preferred iron infusion, or if there’s no specific preference, a licensed prescribing pharmacist from Calgary Co-op HUB, our trusted pharmacy partner, will review and recommend the best option ensuring optimal patient care.

Zoledronic acid is part of a group of medications called bisphosphonates that treats osteoporosis. These medications slow the breakdown of your bones and reduces your risk of fracture. The medication is given by IV infusion once per year.

BEFORE THE TEST

• Your physician will fill out our requisition form and also give you have form to have bloodwork done.
• Use the form from your doctor to have your bloodwork completed.
• You will receive a call from our team to book your infusion appointment once we have received everything from your doctor.
• Pick up your iron prescription or zoledronic acid prescription and bring it to the clinic.
• Infusion appointments cost $200 per visit plus the cost of medication. Patients may have full or partial coverage through their benefits plan.
• Wear a loose fitting short sleeved T-shirt for easier IV access.

DURING THE TEST

• After checking in at our front desk, you’ll be prepared for your infusion and have IV access started.
• The infusion process typically lasts 1 hour and 45 min.

AFTER THE TEST

Following your infusion, you will be monitored for 30-minutes by a healthcare professional. You may bring a book or listen to your favourite podcast.

Source: ClevelandClinic.org