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

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Information about Immune Globulin Intravenous

Generic Name : Immune Globulin Intravenous
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Immune Globulin Intravenous are provided here.

Pronunciation : i-MUNE GLOB-ue-lin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Immune Globulin Intravenous, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


ICD Code : Y59.3 Therapeutic Classification : Immunizing Agents

Trade Names/Brand 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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