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Posted 9/5/2017 8:30 PM (GMT -5)
I was reading the following scientific report about Lyme Neuroborrealis, and they repeatedly state that patients got better after taking intravenous ceftriaxone therapy:

http://www.ajnr.org/content/30/6/1079

I had intramuscular shots of ceftriaxone which I gave to myself. I guess it helped a little. How would you go about getting intravenous ceftriaxone therapy?

I live in Massachusetts. Is there a hospital I could go to for this?
Posted 9/6/2017 12:36 AM (GMT -5)
I did them at my LLND office. If that's not an option for you look for an infusion center. If you have an rx for IV rocephin/ceftriaxone you can check with your insurance company on which centers are covered. Some of the treatment may be paid for. If they've been paying for your meds they should cover at least a portion of this.

Infusion centers are pretty common because of chemo.
Posted 9/6/2017 7:02 AM (GMT -5)
Home infusions is common MA and RI. Google "Infusion for Lymies" to get a neat 30 page or so booklet on the subject and how to save money on supplies.

Most insurance companies only pay for one month or maybe two months coverage after deductible is met. I was fortunate that RI has law requiring insurance companies to provide coverage for Lyme treatment as long as prescribed by your doctor. MA failed to get their similar bill signed last year.
I got all my IV meds and supplies delivered and a home nurse visit once a week for dressing changes

Infuserve America in FL has some of the best pricing at around $800 per month if you need to pay direct.

I feel if all you can get is 30 days IV treatment it may not be worth the cost and hassle. Stay with IM.
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