Rhogam (Injection)
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rhogam shot
Hi My blood is type is negative(-rh) . The doctor recommended the rhogam shot. But I'm afraid because of the side effects of austism brain damage in the fetus. The rhogam shot is preservative free but I'm afraid. thanks Marisol
by marisol rivas in denair, ca, 05/25/2007
Where can I buy Rhogam from?
Hello I am Florina soare, I live in london, but my sister is living in Romania and she is pregnnat. Her doctor in Romania said that she need a RhoGam shot at 28 weekes of pregnacy because she has Rho negativ and she needs to have the injection done to...
by Florina Soare in Romania, 04/20/2009
i am a rh negitive mother
i am a rh - mother i didn't know what rhogam mean i once and i have a misscarri afther it was 5month i donnot kown how i lost the baby the docter told me that have to buy the rhogam and have get it witheing 72 houre but when i get it ,it was ...
by dian clarke in kingston,jamaica, 05/10/2008
rhogam shot
Hi My blood is type is negative(-rh) . The doctor recommended the rhogam shot. But I'm afraid because of the side effects of austism brain damage in the fetus. The rhogam shot is preservative free but I'm afraid. thanks Marisol
by marisol rivas in denair, ca, 05/25/2007
Rhogam injection
why is it necessary for the mother to be negative in the indirect Coombs test so that she will be eligible to have the Rhogam injection? thanks..
by marynor gundran in philippines, 09/19/2006
Rhogam (Injection) Drug and Prescription Information
Rhogam (Injection)
Rhogam (Injection) Medication Classification
RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection)
Rhogam (Injection) Brandname
Rhogam, Bayrho-D, Bayrho-D Full Dose, Micrhogam Ultra-Filtered, Winrho SDF, Rhophylac
Rhogam (Injection) 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 Rhogam (Injection)
You should not receive Rho(D) immune globulin if you have had an allergic reaction to immune globulin.
How Should You Use Rhogam (Injection)
Proper Rhogam (Injection) Storage
Store Rhogam (Injection) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Rhogam (Injection) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Rhogam (Injection)
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.
Rhogam (Injection) 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.
Rhogam (Injection) 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
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