Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Benefits & Uses

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Primary Immunodeficiency

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Immune globulin (subcutaneous) is used -

Severe

Confusion
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Moderate

Swelling
Mood swings
Blurred vision
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Irregular heartbeat

Mild

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Chills
Dizziness

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Related Warnings

Is the use of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) safe for pregnant women?

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Immune globulin (subcutaneous) right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) safe during breastfeeding?

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) on the Liver?

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) on the Heart?

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) with Other Drugs

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Immune globulin (subcutaneous) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Agammaglobulinemia
Bleeding
Hemophilia
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Failure

Frequently asked Questions about Immune globulin (subcutaneous)

Is this Immune globulin (subcutaneous) habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Immune globulin (subcutaneous).

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Immune globulin (subcutaneous) can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Immune globulin (subcutaneous) only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Immune globulin (subcutaneous) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Immune globulin (subcutaneous)

There is no information on the effects of taking Immune globulin (subcutaneous) with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Immune globulin (subcutaneous)

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vivaglobin® (Immune Globulin Subcutaneous)

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