FIRST 18 MONTHS
Initial treatment schedule
NINA
actual LEQEMBI patient
LEQEMBI infusions
Tap on the questions below to see the answers.
What is an infusion?
LEQEMBI is an intravenous (IV) infusion.
This means a needle is placed in a vein in your arm to give the medicine.
How long do infusions take?
Each infusion takes about 1 hour.
You will likely be at the infusion center for longer than that, especially for your first infusion, so set aside extra time so you don’t feel rushed.
How often are infusions given to start?
Infusions are given twice monthly (once every 2 weeks).
It's a good idea to figure out transportation early so you can make a plan for each infusion appointment.
Will my infusion schedule change?
After 18 months of treatment, you may start maintenance infusions once monthly
(once every 4 weeks).
You may continue on your current twice-monthly (once every 2 weeks) schedule if you and your healthcare provider determine that’s the best plan for you.
TWICE
MONTHLY
(once every 2 weeks)
MONTHLY
(once every 2 weeks)
and
3 MRIs
Your healthcare provider will check for ARIA with MRI scans before your 5th, 7th, and 14th infusions. Your exact MRI schedule will be determined by your healthcare provider and may include additional MRIs.
Note: Your treatment schedule includes an MRI scan before starting treatment.
Your healthcare provider will check for ARIA with MRI scans before your 5th, 7th, and 14th infusions. Your exact MRI schedule will be determined by your healthcare provider and may include additional MRIs.
Note: Your treatment schedule includes an MRI scan before starting treatment.
AFTER 18 MONTHS
Consider this maintenance treatment schedule
ONCE
MONTHLY
(once every 4 weeks)
MONTHLY
(once every 4 weeks)
Where do I go for my infusion?
Infusions will be given at a healthcare provider's office or at an infusion center.
Talk to your healthcare provider and insurance provider about where to get your infusions, or find a center using the link below.
Find an infusion center
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss an infusion of LEQEMBI, you should receive your next dose as soon as possible.
What are the possible serious allergic reactions?
Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or tongue, hives, or difficulty breathing have happened during a LEQEMBI infusion. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction during or after your LEQEMBI infusion.
Keep track of how you're feeling between infusions and let your healthcare provider know right away if anything comes up.
What are infusion-related reactions?
Infusion-related reactions are a possible side effect of LEQEMBI. These include:
- fever
- flu-like symptoms (chills, body aches,
feeling shaky, and joint pain) - nausea
- vomiting
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- fast or slow heart rate, or feeling like your chest is pounding
- changes in your blood pressure
- difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Tell your healthcare provider or infusion care team right away if you experience any of these symptoms. They can tell you what to do and if medicine may help.
Ongoing treatment keeps LEQEMBI working in your body. People who continue infusions beyond 18 months may be able to keep the benefits of LEQEMBI for longer.
I have gotten used to my LEQEMBI infusions.
The staff at the hospital are very good.
THEY TAKE GOOD
CARE OF ME.
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