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 have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Immune globulin (subcutaneous), then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

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

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Immune globulin (subcutaneous). In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

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

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) is completely safe for kidneys.

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

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) is completely safe for the liver.

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

Very few cases of side effects of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) on the heart have been reported.

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?

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Immune globulin (subcutaneous), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Immune globulin (subcutaneous) can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Immune globulin (subcutaneous) only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Immune globulin (subcutaneous) in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Immune globulin (subcutaneous) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Immune globulin (subcutaneous)

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Immune globulin (subcutaneous) together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Immune globulin (subcutaneous)

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Immune globulin (subcutaneous).

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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