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Entyvio is infused into your vein as a 300 mg intravenous (IV) infusion. Your infusions will be administered at your doctor's office, a local clinic, a hospital, or even at your home. Consult your doctor and insurance company to determine which location is the best and most affordable for you. Entyvio infusions take about 30 minutes each, but your entire clinic visit could last several hours. After the infusion, you should be able to resume your normal activities.

Tell your doctor if you suspect an infection or exhibit symptoms of an infection, such as fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, sore throat, red or painful skin or sores on your body, fatigue, or pain when urinating, both before beginning treatment with Entyvio and while you are receiving it. Let them know if you have recurring infections as well.

You will receive three 30-minute starting dose infusions. To begin treatment, you will receive these infusions at week 0 (your first dose), week 2, and week 6. The majority of patients are given 300 mg per dose. Following your initial doses, you will receive one 30-minute infusion every 8 weeks to keep your disease under control.

There have been reports of severe hypersensitivity reactions to Enytvio. A rash, itching, swelling of your lips, tongue, throat, or face, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, wheezing, dizziness, feeling hot, or palpitations are all symptoms of an allergic reaction (racing heartbeat). If you have these symptoms after leaving the clinic, call 911 or have someone take you to the nearest emergency room.

Inform your doctor. If you have a history of severe infections. Before beginning Entyvio treatment, your doctor may also screen you for tuberculosis (TB). You may also need to have your vaccines updated. Unless your doctor approves, you should avoid live vaccines once you begin Entyvio treatment.

Consult your doctor if you suspect an infection or have symptoms such as fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, shortness of breath, runny nose, sore throat, red or painful skin, sores on your body, tiredness, or pain while urinating.

Some people may develop liver problems as a result of Entyvio. Notify your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms: tiredness, loss of appetite, pain on the right side of your stomach (abdomen), dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice).

Inform your doctor about all of the medications you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

There is no evidence to suggest that taking Entyvio while pregnant increases the risk of serious birth defects, miscarriage, or other risks to the unborn child. Nevertheless, it is generally advised against using medications while pregnant. If you unintentionally fall pregnant while taking Enytvio, tell your doctor right away, and sign up for the pregnancy registry (call 1-877-TAKEDA7 [1-877-825-3327]). Additionally, evidence suggests that Entyvio can be found in breast milk. Unknown are the effects of this exposure on a nursing infant.