20 Feb Glassia
Glassia
What is Glassia?
Glassia (also known as Aralast, Aralast NP, Glassia, Prolastin, Prolastin-C, Zemaira, alpha 1-proteinase inhibitor) is a biologic therapy used to treat emphysema, a type of COPD caused by lung disease. This disease is a result of a deficiency in alpha1-antitrypsin (AAT).
AAT is a vital protein made by the liver that helps protect the lungs by blocking neutrophil elastase from damaging lung tissues. Neutrophil elastase is activated anytime there is inflammation present and helps kill harmful cells.
AAT acts as a barrier to protect the body’s own healthy cells from being damaged by this immune system response. When there is not enough AAT, the body can’t protect itself, so the neutrophil elastase unintentionally damages healthy cells as well. This long-term damage in the lungs leads to emphysema.
AAT deficiency is a genetic condition for which there is no cure. If left untreated, this condition can be fatal. Long-term care and maintenance are required to treat this condition and promote lung health.
Glassia is used to treat AAT deficiency related emphysema because it increases the levels of AAT in your body, protecting your lungs from further damage.
What does Glassia treat?
- Lung disease (emphysema) because of a severe hereditary deficiency of Alpha1-antitrypsin
Side Effects
- Headache
- Upper respiratory tract infections
- Cough
- Chest discomfort
- Dizziness
- Increased liver enzymes
- Shortness of breath
- Nausea
- Fatigue
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Infusion Duration
15 minutes
Infusion Cycle
Once per week
What to Expect During Your Infusion
Before your infusion, it is important to drink plenty of water and come to your appointment hydrated. Additionally, you must alert us as soon as possible to any changes in your insurance to ensure that we are still an in-network provider for your infusion therapy.
- Your dedicated Infusion nurse will check your vitals and review your medical history to check for improvements or potential side effects of your infusion therapy.
- Your nurse will begin your infusion and check in on you periodically during your treatment.
- After your infusion, your nurse will monitor you for 30 minutes to ensure you do not have any complications or reactions to the infusion therapy.
Why patients choose Pure to receive their Glassia infusion:
Safe & Private Suites
- Comfortable, private rooms with a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere
- 55” TVs with Netflix, Wifi, drinks, snacks, meals & more
Expert Medical Staff
- Certified FNPs & infusion nurses on-site
- Insurance pre-authorizations & re-authorizations
- Patient lab work
Patient Assistance
- Co-Pay assistance & other financial aid programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Easy & convenient parking
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