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Palivizumab
Latest prescription information about Palivizumab. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Palivizumab
Pronunciation : pal-i-VIZ-u-mab
Trade Name(s):
International- Synagis. This medication is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) disease in pediatric patients. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult- IM- The recommended dose is 15 mg/kg of body weight. How it should be taken : It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding disorder or low platelet count, heart surgery, who are taking anticoagulants, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Side Effects : Most Common - Respiratory tract infection, ear infection, fever, nose inflammation, rash, diarrhea, cough, vomiting, stomach flu, and wheezing. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it in refrigerator (2° to 8°C) and in an airtight container. Do not freeze it. |
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