Primary Immune Deficiency

Primary immune deficiency diseases are disorders in which part of the body's immune system is missing or does not function properly.  The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes nearly 100 primary immune deficiency diseases. There are between 25,000 and 50,000 people in the U.S. who suffer from the most serious primary immunodeficiency (PI) diseases, but medical experts believe that many more have milder PI disease that has not yet been diagnosed.

Many individuals affected by primary immune deficiency diseases require life-long therapies including intravenous gamma globulin (IVIG) infusions.

Ascend SpecialtyRx manages patients with primary immune deficiency based upon nationally recognized treatment guidelines, the most recent information found in peer-reviewed medical literature and appropriate standards of practice.

Our pharmacy maintains full availability of all needed medications and medical supplies, and we offer around-the-clock emergency support and patient counseling, as well as confidential, flexible and on-time delivery options.

Our expert pharmacy team works closely with each patient and their healthcare providers to confirm diagnosis, dosage and expected treatment outcomes.  We also help ensure that patients take their medications as prescribed, and monitor for any side effects from the medications.

            Carimune

            Flebogamma

            Gammagard S/D

            Gamunex

            Panglobulin

            Vivaglobulin

Patients need additional monitoring and support to maintain the safe and effective use of their medications.  For example, each month, our pharmacy team may remind patients of the importance of discussing any over-the-counter medications with the pharmacist or physicians before taking, and monitoring for any signs of redness at the injection site, hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.

Immune Deficiency Foundation