Feel prepared before your infusion with ETAPIDI
Taking a few steps before your infusion appointment can help you feel ready for treatment to begin.
Confirm your appointment with your healthcare provider.
Be sure to notify your healthcare provider if you are starting any new medications, supplements, or herbs and inform them of any upcoming surgical procedures or biopsies.
Ask your healthcare provider any questions you may have, such as:
- Is there anything I need to prepare for the appointment?
- Are there any foods or drinks that I should avoid?
- Should I take my medications in the morning before treatment?
- Can I bring a friend or family member to the appointment with me?
- How long should I expect to be here for the infusion?
- What are the common side effects of the treatment, so I can know what to expect?
- Whom should I call if I have side effects?
- Are there any precautions I should take after my treatment?
- Will I be able to drive myself to future appointments?
- What will my treatment schedule look like with ETAPIDI and chemotherapy?
Make sure to arrive early for your first appointment
to allow time for paperwork if this is your first time receiving IV treatment. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes with sleeves you can roll up past your elbows so that the IV line can be placed easily.
For caregivers:
You can help your loved one prepare for infusion by:
- Offering to provide or schedule transportation to and from the infusion center
- Coordinating with the healthcare team to keep up to date with the treatment schedule
- Keeping a notebook for recording information about treatment, symptoms, and medications
What should I bring?
Prepare key clinical documents and patient information to support efficient consultation and treatment planning.