Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion
This is given by injection under the skin or slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. This is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP).
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion consists of proteins of liquid human serum, containing the antibodies of healthy adults. This is used to strengthen the body’s natural defense system (immune system) to lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system.
This is given by injection under the skin or slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. This is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP).
Your healthcare professional will start the medication slowly while monitoring you closely. You may experience side effects such as headache, nausea, chills, fatigue, fever, upper abdominal pain, diarrhea, back pain, injection site reactions, excessive sweating, and flushing. Tell your doctor if you are bothered by any of these side effects.
03Uses
Prevention of Infections
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
05How It Works
Human gamma globulin contains antibodies, mainly immunoglobulin G (IgG), to various bacteria and viruses present in the general population such as hepatitis A, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella. It has a distribution of IgG subclasses that is very close to that of the normal human plasma. It is therefore, used to provide passive immunisation against such diseases.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Prevention of Infections
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion strengthens or boost the immune system and lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system. It works by producing antibodies against foreign substances thereby fighting against infection. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP). This helps stop bleeding and promote the formation of blood clots. Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion should be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Sweating
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Back pain
Diarrhea
Upper abdominal pain
Fever
Fatigue
Chills
Nausea
Headache
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CAUTION
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion is prescribed to boost the immune system and prevent infection in people with low immunity.
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion should be injected slowly in order to prevent severe allergic reactions.
Inform your doctor if you have a cold or chest infection on the day of treatment. This will prevent any kind of reactions on your body.
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney disease, high blood pressure or heart disease.
If you get shortness of breath during or within several hours of your treatment, tell your doctor immediately.
Immunorel 5gm Solution for Infusion might interfere with certain virus vaccines such as measles, rubella, mumps, varicella, and yellow fever. Inform your doctor with complete information about your vaccinations.
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