Advanced Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis with Ocrevus
Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) can feel uncertain—but treatment options like Ocrevus offer a powerful way to slow progression and reduce relapses. Our infusion center provides expert care in a calm, supportive environment.
What Is Ocrevus Used For?
Ocrevus is FDA-approved to treat:
- Relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (RMS)
- Primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS)
It’s the first therapy approved for both forms, offering new hope for many patients.
How Ocrevus Works
Ocrevus (ocrelizumab) is a biologic therapy that:
- Targets specific B cells in the immune system
- Reduces the immune response that damages nerve cells
- Helps slow disease progression and reduce relapses
This targeted approach helps protect the nervous system over time.
Benefits of Ocrevus Treatment
Ocrevus may help:
- Reduce MS relapses
- Slow progression of disability
- Decrease brain lesion activity
- Provide long-lasting treatment with infrequent dosing
- Improve overall disease management
Who Is Ocrevus Right For?
Ocrevus may be recommended if you:
- Have been diagnosed with relapsing or primary progressive MS
- Are seeking a treatment to slow disease progression
- Want a therapy with infrequent dosing (twice yearly after initial doses)
- Need a more advanced biologic treatment option
What to Expect from Treatment
- Given as an IV infusion
- First dose split into two infusions
- Maintenance doses every 6 months
Infusions are administered in a monitored, comfortable setting by experienced professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does an infusion take?
Initial infusions take longer; maintenance infusions are typically shorter.
How often will I need treatment?
After the initial doses, Ocrevus is given every 6 months.
Is Ocrevus effective?
Clinical studies show it can significantly reduce relapses and slow disease progression.
Insurance & Access
Worried about coverage? We work with most major insurance providers and will help you verify your benefits for Entyvio. Before you call, make sure you have a prescription from your ordering provider as we will need both this and some additional information to schedule your appointment. When you call, our staff is experienced in navigating prior authorizations so your care is as seamless and affordable as possible. All patient responsibility costs are known up front and are disclosed before your appointment.
The nursing staff and Dr. Kinsella are very friendly and knowledgeable. They also get you taken care of and out of there as quickly as possible which is nice
The staff at the Roanoke infusion center are simply amazing. Some defining words to describe the girls (and Doctor B) are engaging, caring, comforting, responsive, and more.
Staff are superior. Nurses & pharmacist are of the highest caliber professionals. Facilities are practical yet comfortable
