Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human)
Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human) Information

About Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human)

Tetanus Immune Globuliln (Human) is a liquid or freeze dried preparation containing immunoglobulins mainly immunoglobulin G (IgG). Tetanus Immune Globuliln (Human) is obtained from plasma containing specific antibodies against the toxin of Clostridium tetani. Tetanus Immune Globuliln (Human) is indicated for passive immunization against tetanus toxin, espacially in persons who have little or no active immunity against it.

Indications

Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human) is primarily indicated in conditions like Tetanus prevention.

Contraindication

Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human) is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Side Effects

The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Tetanus Immune Globulin (Human) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fever, Urticaria, Pain, Angioedema, Tenderness, Muscle stiffiness.

Warnings

Immune globulin should be use with caution in patients with any illness, infection, 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. It should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.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.