RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
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rabies vaccination
please could you advice me on rab rabies vaccination. i am a nurse and was requested by a patient who is visiting zambia for hep a, hep b, polio, typhiod, and rabies vaccinations to be done. in the BNF it stated that rab vaccination should be given by...
by suzi in uk, 03/06/2007
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection)
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Bayrab, Imogam Rabies-HT
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Rabies Immune Globulin (RAY-beez im-MYOON GLOB-yoo-lin) Prevents infection caused by the rabies virus after you have been bitten by an animal. Usually given with the rabies vaccine.
When To Not Use RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not receive rabies immune globulin if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it.
How Should You Use RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Proper RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Avoid getting other vaccines such as measles, mumps, rubella, or polio within 3 months after you receive rabies immune globulin.
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- Before your receive rabies immune globulin, make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any type of vaccine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before getting this medicine.
RABIES IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Intense itching, hives
- Wheezing or trouble breathing
- Swelling of face, lips, or throat If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Pain, redness, swelling, or a hard lump where the shot was given