Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte Medication Information

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Generic Name : Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte

Pronunciation : AN-tye THYE-moe-site GLOB-yoo-lin

Brand Names or Trade Names of Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte

International :

Atgam

Why is Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a lymphocyte-selective immunosuppressant, prescribed for prevention of organ rejection during transplantation. It is also used in aplastic anemia.

When should Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte?

For organ rejection- Adult- The recommended dose is 10 to 30 mg/kg of body weight daily.
Child- The recommended dose is 5 to 25 mg/kg daily.
Aplastic Anemia- The recommended dosage regimen is 10 to 20 mg/kg daily for 8 to 14 days.

How should Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte be taken?

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

What are the warnings and precautions for Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Monitor blood cell counts, liver function, and kidney function regularly while taking this medication.

• Patient may develop with increased risk of viral disease or a central nervous system disease called Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease; if it is so consult with your doctor.

What are the side effects of Lymphocyte Immune Globulin- Anti-thymocyte?

Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rectal fissure and mouth ulcer.
Central Nervous System - Headache.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain and back pain.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing and abnormal breathing sound.
Heart - Chest pain and low blood pressure.
Skin - Rash, itching and hives.
Miscellaneous - Fever, chills, decrease in white blood cells/platelet counts and pain at injection site.