Atgam Information

Atgam is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Kidney transplant.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Atgam. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Atgam also has some side effects, the most common being Joint aches, Back Pain, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils). While these are the most often observed Atgam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Atgam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Atgam's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Atgam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Atgam related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atgam contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Atgam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atgam is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Atgam Benefits & Uses
Atgam Dosage & How to Take
Atgam Side Effects
Atgam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Atgam with Other Drugs
Atgam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Atgam
Atgam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Atgam Benefits & Uses

Atgam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney transplant

Atgam 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

Atgam Related Warnings

Is the use of Atgam safe for pregnant women?

Atgam can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Atgam, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Atgam safe during breastfeeding?

Atgam 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 Atgam on the Kidneys?

Atgam is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Atgam on the Liver?

Atgam is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Atgam on the Heart?

You can take Atgam without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Atgam with Other Drugs

Atgam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Abatacept

Orencia 250 Mg Injection

Paracetamol

Caffeine

Warfarin

Aspirin

Omeprazole

Atgam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atgam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Herpes
Bronchitis

Frequently asked Questions about Atgam

Is this Atgam habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Atgam is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Atgam as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Atgam should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Atgam in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Atgam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atgam

It is safe to take Atgam with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Atgam

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Atgam with alcohol will be.

Unknown