Immunoglobulins unspecific
Synonym(s)
Non-specific immunoglobulins
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Drugs containing immunoglobulins, especially IgG, as antibodies.
IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Primary or secondary immunoglobulin deficiency syndrome, recurrent infections in immunocompromised patients, autoimmune thrombocytopenia in AIDS patients, see also IVIG.
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Intratect: Initially 0.4-0.8 g/kg bw, then 0.2-0.8 g/kg bw every 2-4 weeks to achieve an IgG blood level of at least 4-6 g/l.
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Mostly harmless vasomotor disorders (headaches), fever, neutropenia, proteinuria, chills, allergic reactions up to anaphylactic shock, drop in blood pressure, dyspnoea, gastrointestinal disorders, sensation of heat, urticaria. Palmo-plantar and generalized eczematous reactions have also been described.
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The effect of live virus vaccines is reduced up to 3 months after immunoglobulin administration.
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Hypersensitivity to immunoglobulins.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Vecchietti G et al (2006) Severe eczematous skin reaction after high-dose intravenous immunoglobulin infusion. Arch Dermatol 142: 213-217