Globulin

'itused to boost the body''s natural immune response in persons with a compromised immune system. It may also be used to increase blood count in persons with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, a blood disorder.'


Brands
Adult Dose
Dose: 0.5 to 1 mL/min
Single Dose: 0.75 (0.75)
Frequency: As recommended.
Route: IV
Instructions: Initial infusion rate:
Neonatal
Paedriatic
Characteristics
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Contraindications
Globulin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Effects
Globulin produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Tachycardia, Anemia, Leukopenia. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Globulin therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Globulin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea, Diarrhea, Fever, Myalgia, Anxiety, Dyspnea, Chills, Rashes, Hypotension, Cough, Nasal congestion, Hypersensitivity reactions, Bronchospasm, Chest pain, Sore throat, Hypertension, Apnea, Anaphylaxis, pruritis(less commonly), dizziness.
Indications
Globulin is primarily indicated in conditions like Bone marrow transplantation, Chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Globulin was found.
Interfrence
Increased Values for LFTs Interfere with blood and urine glucose tests.
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction.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.
Storage
Inj Store in refrigerator.
Warnings
Globulin should be used with caution in patients with any pre-existing illnesses, blood disorders or any allergies, including any drug allergies. It should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.Use with caution in the elderly, patients with renal disease, diabetes mellitus, volume depletion, sepsis, paraproteinemia, and nephrotoxic medications due to risk of renal dysfunction. Patients should be adequately hydrated prior to therapy.
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