Frequently
asked questions
Below are answers to some common questions people have about OPDIVO, OPDIVO-based combinations, or OPDIVO Qvantig. This information is not a substitute for talking to your healthcare professional because they are the best source of information about your condition.
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OPDIVO is an immunotherapy, which works differently than chemotherapy. It's a type of medicine that works with your immune system to help your body fight cancer. Individual results may vary. Talk to your healthcare team to see if OPDIVO is right for you.
OPDIVO and YERVOY are different from chemotherapy; they are two different immunotherapy treatments. Immunotherapies work with your immune system to help your body fight cancer. Individual results may vary. Talk to your healthcare team to see if OPDIVO and YERVOY is right for you.
OPDIVO Qvantig is an under-the-skin injection of OPDIVO and hyaluronidase. OPDVIO Qvantig includes a natural enzyme (hyaluronidase) which improves the way medicines are absorbed into the body when injected under the skin. Otherwise, it still works the same way OPDIVO does with your immune system to help your body fight cancer. Another difference is that the OPDIVO Qvantig injection takes 3-5 minutes* compared to about 30 minutes for OPDIVO IV, so you will be finished with the administration faster.* Talk to your doctor to see if OPDIVO Qvantig is right for you.
*A 3-5 minute injection time of OPDIVO Qvantig compared to a 30-minute infusion time of OPDIVO. This does not account for all aspects of treatment. Does not include observation time. Actual clinic time may vary.
Talk to your doctor to see if OPDIVO Qvantig is right for you; it is not known if OPDIVO Qvantig is safe and effective in children. OPDIVO Qvantig may not be used in combination with ipilimumab.
OPDIVO is given as an intravenous (IV) infusion, which means it is delivered into your vein. Depending on your cancer type, you may be able to receive OPDIVO Qvantig. OPDIVO Qvantig is a subcutaneous injection that is injected under the skin in the stomach area (abdomen) or thigh area instead of into a vein.
You and your doctor should discuss the best place to get your treatment, whether it’s your doctor’s office, an infusion center, or a local hospital.
While you're undergoing treatment, your doctor will likely order periodic scans to evaluate whether there are any changes in the size of your tumors.
If you’re considering either OPDIVO, OPDIVO + YERVOY, or OPDIVO Qvantig as a treatment option, this PDF has questions that can help you start a conversation with your doctor at your next appointment.
Tell your doctor immediately about all side effects, including any changes in how you are feeling, so he or she can help address them right away.
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If you need help or have more questions, talk with your healthcare professional first. You can also call a Care Navigator at 1‑855‑673‑4861, 8 AM to 8 PM ET, Monday to Friday for general questions about OPDIVO or OPDIVO Qvantig not specific to your health.
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