RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
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Micrhogam versus RhoGAM
Decribe the difference in the indications for using MICRhoGAM versus RhoGAM
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RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection)
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Rhogam, Bayrho-D, Bayrho-D Full Dose, Micrhogam Ultra-Filtered, Winrho SDF, Rhophylac
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Rho(D) Immune Globulin (roe (D) im-MYOON GLOB-yoo-lin) Given to a pregnant woman whose blood type is Rho(D) negative to keep the baby's blood from interacting with the mother's. Also treats a blood cell disorder called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).
When To Not Use RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not receive Rho(D) immune globulin if you have had an allergic reaction to immune globulin.
How Should You Use RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Proper RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Wait at least 3 months after you receive this medicine before you have any type of vaccine, including flu shots.
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have immune system disorders.
- If you are receiving this medicine to treat ITP, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Black, bloody, or tarry stools
- Chills, fever
- Lower back or side pain
- Nausea, vomiting
- Pinpoint red spots on the skin
- Problems urinating or urinating less often
- Rash or hives
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Wheezing or trouble breathing, chest tightness If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Joint pain
- Pain where the injection is given
- Tiredness
