Pertussis Immune Globulin
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Overview
Pertussis Immune Globulin is a sterile solution of globulins derived from the plasma of adult human donors who have been immunized with pertussis vaccine. Pertussis Immune Globulin is used for passive immunization against pertussis.
Indications
Pertussis Immune Globulin is primarily indicated in conditions like Pertussis, Prophylaxis against Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis.
Contraindications
Pertussis Immune Globulin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Pertussis Immune Globulin, which give rise to further complications include Urticaria, Angioneurotic edema, Nephrotic syndrome, Angioedema. Pertussis Immune Globulin produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anaphylactic shock. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Pertussis Immune Globulin therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Pertussis Immune Globulin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fever, Chills, Nausea and vomiting, Chest tightness.
Warnings
Pertussis immune globulin should be used with caution in patients with any illness, infections, blood disorders, seizure disorders or if have any allergy. This should not be administered to adults or to children 7 years of age or older. This should not be used in persons who have had a previous reaction to Pertussis vaccine or who have recovered from Pertussis illness.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Pertussis Immune Globulin was found.
Storage
Inj Store in refrigerator.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.