Human Normal Immunoglobulin

Uses	Immunity
Therapy	Immunomodulator
Side Effects	Headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, dizziness

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Molecule Description

Human Normal Immunoglobulin is a solution of antibodies that is used to strengthen the body's natural immune system. Antibodies are proteins that protect the individual against infection. Human Normal Immunoglobulin contains antibodies prepared from the plasma (a part of the blood) of healthy volunteers as the active substance. It is used in those individuals who are at risk of infection or who have no other way of gaining immunity, either naturally or artificially (vaccine). This medicine will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.

Uses

Human Normal Immunoglobulin is used to strengthen the body's natural immune system in individuals who are at risk of infection or who have no other way of gaining immunity either naturally or artificially (vaccine).

Contraindications

When should one not use Human Normal Immunoglobulin

If you are allergic to human antibodies or to any other ingredient of Human Normal Immunoglobulin.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Headache
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting
Dizziness

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

There is limited information on the effect of Human Normal Immunoglobulin in pregnancy. Human Normal Immunoglobulin should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Human Normal Immunoglobulin passes into human breast milk. Human Normal Immunoglobulin may be used in breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

Human Normal Immunoglobulin may have some influence on driving ability. If you experience any side effects like dizziness after taking this medicine which may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

There is limited information available regarding the interaction of alcohol with Human Normal Immunoglobulin. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with Human Normal Immunoglobulin.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have diabetes, high blood pressure, or are overweight.
You have kidney disease.
You have an untreated infection or long-lasting inflammation.
You have a history of any condition that affects your blood circulation or blood clots blocking your blood vessels.
You have a low blood volume.
You are above 65 years of age.
You have any disease which increases the viscosity of blood.
You develop symptoms like fever, chills, stomach ache, headache, body ache, vomiting, tiredness, loss of appetite, confusion, stiff neck after using this medicine.
You experience paleness of the skin, yellowish eyes and skin, dizziness, dark coloured urine, weakness after taking this medicine.
You have difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, or rapid breathing after taking this medicine.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Human Normal Immunoglobulin is a solution of antibodies that restores antibody levels in the blood to their normal levels. This prepares the body's defense system to fight against germs that cause infection.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Human Normal Immunoglobulin works or Human Normal Immunoglobulin itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
The action of live attenuated virus vaccines (chickenpox, measles, mumps, rubella vaccine) may be decreased when given along with Human Normal Immunoglobulin.
Human Normal Immunoglobulin should not be used together with diuretics (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).

Dosage

Overdose

The symptoms of an overdose of Human Normal Immunoglobulin include swelling of the feet and ankles, stomach bloating, discomfort, headache. However, since Human Normal Immunoglobulin will be given to you by a doctor or nurse, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that a dose of this medicine will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed taking a dose of Human Normal Immunoglobulin, inform the doctor or nurse immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Human Normal Immunoglobulin is a solution of antibodies that helps the body to fight against infections. It is used to strengthen the body's natural immune system in individuals who are at risk of infection or who have no other way of gaining immunity either naturally or artificially (vaccine).

Immunodeficiency is a condition where your body is not able to produce enough antibodies. Antibodies are proteins that protect the individual against infections. This decreases the ability of the body to fight infections.

Human Normal Immunoglobulin should be used with care in individuals with high blood pressure as this may increase the risk of the formation of blood clots. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of Human Normal Immunoglobulin if you have high blood pressure.

Human Normal Immunoglobulin will be given to you by a doctor or nurse as an injection or infusion, depending on the preparation used.