Pertussis Immune Globulin
Pertussis Immune Globulin Information

About Pertussis Immune Globulin

Pertussis Immune Globulin is a sterile solution of globulins derived from the plasma of adult human donors who have been immunised with pertussis vaccine. Pertussis Immune Globulin is used for passive immunisation against pertussis.

Indications

Pertussis Immune Globulin is primarily indicated in conditions like Pertussis, Prophylaxis against Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis.

Contraindication

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.