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Medicine Details

Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion

Manufacturer: Vhb Life Sciences Inc

Salt Composition: Human Normal Immunoglobulin (2.5gm)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Immunoglobulins deficiency Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion strengthens or boost the immune system and lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system. It works by producing antibodies against foreign substances thereby fighting against infection. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP). This helps stop bleeding and promote the formation of blood clots.

Benefits: Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Description: Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion is used to strengthen the body's natural immune system to lower the risk of infection in persons with weakened immune system. It is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections. Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion has been shown to be effective in preventing infections in bone marrow transplant patients more than 20 years of age in the first 100 days post-transplant. It is used in the treatment of patients where antibody-forming capacity is severely impaired thereby subjecting them to a greater risk of infections. Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion gives you antibodies that your body is not making on its own so you can fight infections. Both children and adults can have this therapy. It is administered as an injection. Your doctor will monitor you for some time after the administration of Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion to check for any side effects. Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion may sometimes cause side effects like back pain, chills, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), dizziness, headache, nausea, decreased blood pressure, and muscle pain. If you get any of these, or other side effects, or just feel unwell, you should tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with blood clotting and if you have recently had, or plan to have, a vaccination. It is not known whether this medicine is completely safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor.

How to Use: Immune globulin belongs to class of agents called immunostimulants. It works by producing antibodies against foreign substances thereby fighting against infection.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CAUTION - Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body. - Driving : UNSAFE - Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. You may experience side effects (for example dizziness or nausea) during Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion that might affect the ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Iviglob 2.5gm Infusion, please consult your doctor.

Packaging: bottle of 50 ml Solution for Infusion

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Immunoglobulins deficiency

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: CAUTION

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED