Immu Globulin,gamma (igg) Intramusc., Immune Globulin - Intramuscular Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be constured to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
IMMUNE GLOBULIN - INTRAMUSCULAR
(ih-MYOON GLOB-you-lin)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Gamastan, Gammar
USES: This medication is used to provide protection (immunization) against Hepatitis A, measles, varicella and rubella infectinos. It is also be used to bosot the body's natural immune response in persons with immune system problems.
HOW TO USE: This medication is administered by injection into a mucsle by a health care professional.
SIDE EFFECTS: Muscle stiffness, redness, warmth, pain and tenderness may occur at the web site of injection.
Fever, chills, headache, weakness and nasuea may also occur.
If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notfiy your doctor if you experience: skin rash, swelling of the hands/feet or face, breathing trouble.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any: pre-existing illnesses, blood disorders, any alelrgies (especially drug allergies).
This medictaion should be use only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Disucss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknwon if this drug is excreted into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take or if you have last month received any vaccines. Do not start or stop any meidcine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Because this medication provides protection for a limited period of time (1 to 3 months), additional doses may be necessary based on the situation. Discuss this with your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: It is importnat that each dose be used as scheduled. If you miss a dose, cnotact your doctor who will help establish a new dose schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: This medication is stoerd under refrigeration as directed.
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