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Immune Globulin Intravenous - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Immune Globulin Intravenous Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Immune Globulin Intravenous-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Immune Globulin Intravenous brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Immune Globulin Intravenous
Pronunciation : i-MUNE GLOB-ue-lin
ICD Code : Y59.3 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Immune Globulin Intravenous

India :

International :


Carimune NF, Flebogamma, Gammagard, Gamunex, Iveegam, Octagam, Polygam

Why is Immune Globulin Intravenous Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a blood product administered intravenously, prescribed for primary immunodeficiency. GIV boosts the body's natural response in patients with compromised immune systems.

When should Immune Globulin Intravenous not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Immune Globulin Intravenous?

Adults and Children- IV- 400 mg/kg every 3 to 4 week.

How should Immune Globulin Intravenous be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Immune Globulin Intravenous?

• Caution should be exercised in patients who received vaccination for measles, mumps, or rubella in the last 3 months, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Monitor patients for clinical signs and symptoms of hemolysis regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Immune Globulin Intravenous?

Heart - High or low blood pressure, heart arrest and blood clotting events.
Central Nervous System - Weakness, dizziness, fatigue, headache, sleeplessness, coma, loss of consciousness, seizures and tremor.
Skin - Skin inflammation, redness, increased sweating, flushing, blisters, itching, bruising, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome and hives.
Eye and ENT - Ear pain, nosebleed, nose congestion, cold, runny nose and sore throat.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, stomach discomfort and vomiting.
Genitourinary - Acute kidney failure and acute tubular necrosis.
Blood - Anemia and decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Liver - Liver dysfunction.
Metabolic - Increased BUN.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, joint pain, back pain, leg cramps, limb pain, neck pain and rigors.
Respiratory - Acute respiratory distress syndrome, shortness of breath, asthma, lung inflammation, bluish, difficulty in breathing, increased cough, lung swelling, sinus inflammation, upper respiratory tract infection and wheezing.
Miscellaneous - Accidental injury, chills, fever, pain, pain in extremities and tightness in chest.

What are the other precautions for Immune Globulin Intravenous?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Immune Globulin Intravenous?

Store this medication as directed by your physician.

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