Information about Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin

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

Pronunciation : sye-toe-MEG-a-loe-vye-rus

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin, 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.

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ICD Code : Y43.4 Therapeutic Classification : Immunosuppressants

Trade Names/Brand Names of Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin

International :

Cytogam

Why is Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an intravenous immune globulin (IGIV), prescribed for cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease associated with kidney, lung, liver, pancreas, and heart transplants. It increases the antibody concentration in the body temporarily.

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

Contraindicated in patients with selective immunoglobulin A (IgA) deficiency, and known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin?

IV- The maximum recommended total dosage per infusion is 150 mg Ig/kg.

How should Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin 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 Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, diabetes, blood infection, low blood volume, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor liver and kidney function and immune globulin level regularly while taking this medication.

• Avoid live vaccination while taking this medication.