Ilaris

Ilaris (canakinumab) is a biologic therapy prescribed to treat a variety of autoimmune inflammatory diseases.

Ilaris works by blocking IL-1ß. like most cytokines, IL-1ß plays a role in staving off infections. However, when IL-1ß is overproduced in the body, it can create unnecessary autoimmune responses like rashes, joint pain, and fevers. 

As a human monoclonal antibody, Ilaris is able to bind to IL-1ß and prevent it from influencing the inflammatory responses in the body.

What is Ilaris?

  • Periodic fever syndromes

    • Cryopyrin-Associated Autoinflammatory Syndromes (CAPS)

      • Familial cold autoinflammatory syndrome (FCAS)

      • Muckle-Wells syndrome (MWS)

  • Familial Mediterranean fever (FMF)

  • Hyperimmunoglobulin D syndrome/mevalonate kinase deficiency (HIDS/MKD)

  • Tumor necrosis factor receptor-associated periodic syndrome (TRAPS)

  • Stills Disease

    • Systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (SJIA)

    • Adult-onset Still’s disease (AOSD)

What Does Ilaris Treat?

  • Upper respiratory tract infections

  • Nasal and throat inflammation

  • Abdominal pain

  • Injection site reaction

  • Diarrhea

  • Flu

  • Headache

  • Stomach upset

  • Musculoskeletal pain

  • Vertigo

  • Weight gain

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Possible Side Effects

Injection Duration

Ilaris is given as a subcutaneous injection just under the skin

Injection Cycle

Once per month or once every other month depending on diagnosis

  1. Remember to drink plenty of water so you are hydrated for your appointment.

  2. Your nurse will review your medical history, check your vitals, and discuss any questions and potential side effects of your infusion therapy.

  3. Your nurse will begin your infusion and monitor you closely during your treatment.

  4. You’ll continue to be monitored for 30 minutes post your infusion to ensure there are no reactions to the therapy.

IMPORTANT: Remember to let us know of any changes in your insurance prior to your visit to ensure that we are still an in-network provider for your infusion therapy.​

What to Expect During Your Infusion:

Why Patients Choose Flourish for Infusion Treatments

At Flourish, our mission is providing patients with expert medical care and a relaxing spa-like infusion experience. Data suggests that care at ambulatory infusion centers costs over 50% less than the same services offered at hospitals. We also increase affordability with co-pay assistance and additional financial aid programs to our patients. Our clinical model ensures a 3:1 patient to nurse ratio. Popular entertainment streaming options, high speed WiFi access, relaxing recliners, and delicious food and beverage selections pamper patients and provide them with an experience they can enjoy for hours.