Treats problems with your immune system. Helps prevent infections or make the infection less severe. Treats idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (a blood disorder) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (a neuromuscular disorder). Increases the amount of immune globulin in people who do not have enough in their bodies. Prevents heart problems in children who have Kawasaki syndrome.
You should not receive this vaccine if you have had an allergic reaction to human immune globulin, or if you have an immunoglobulin A (IgA) deficiency. You should not receive this vaccine as a shot into a muscle if you have a bleeding disorder that would make it dangerous for you to be given an injection into your muscle.
How to Use This Medicine:
Injectable
Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot into one of your muscles or through a needle placed in one of your veins.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
If a dose is missed:
Call your doctor, pharmacist, or home health caregiver for instructions.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
If you store this medicine at home, ask your pharmacist or health caregiver how to store it. Some brands should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Some brands must be stored in the refrigerator.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using any medicines that may affect your kidneys.
Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines while you are receiving immune globulin. Some vaccines may not work as well while you are using this medicine.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a history kidney problems, migraines, diabetes, hyponatremia (low sodium in the blood), hyperproteinemia (high protein in the blood), a recent serious infection, or recent dehydration (not enough fluid in your body). Tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex or anything else, or if you have problems with your immune system.
This vaccine is made from donated human blood. Some human blood products have transmitted certain viruses to people who have received them. The risk of getting a virus from vaccines made from human blood has been greatly reduced in recent years. This is the result of required testing of human donors for certain viruses, and testing during the making of these vaccines. Although the risk is low, talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
This vaccine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have itching, hives, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after you receive this vaccine.
Check with your doctor right away if you start to have stiff neck, drowsiness, fever, severe headache, nausea and/or vomiting, painful eye movements, or sensitivity to light. These could be symptoms of a serious condition called aseptic meningitis syndrome (AMS).
This vaccine may cause blood clots, especially in patients with history of blood clotting problems, heart disease, atherosclerosis (narrowing of blood vessels), blood problems, or any circulation problems, and those who stay in bed for a long time because of surgery or illness. Check with your doctor right away if you suddenly have chest pain, shortness of breath, severe headache, leg pain, or problems with vision, speech, or walking.
Some patients developed a serious lung problem a few hours after receiving the vaccine. Tell your doctor right away if you have start to have any problems with your breathing after you receive the vaccine.
This vaccine may cause hemolysis or hemolytic anemia. Tell your doctor right away if you have stomach or back pain, dark urine, decreased urination, increased heart rate, tiredness, or yellow eyes or skin after you receive the vaccine.
Check with your doctor right away if you start having red or dark brown urine; lower back or side pain; sudden weight gain; swollen face, arms, or legs; decreased urine output; or any problems with urination after you receive this vaccine. These may be symptoms of a serious kidney problem.
Your doctor will need to check your blood or urine at regular visits while you are using this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing.
Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash.
Bloody, black, or tarry stools.
Chest pain, shortness of breath, or coughing up blood.
Decrease in how much or how often you urinate.
Fever, chills, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, and body aches.
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting.
Lower back or side pain.
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg or on one side of your body.
Pain in your lower leg (calf).
Problems with vision, speech, or walking.
Rapid weight gain.
Red or dark brown urine.
Seizures or tremors.
Severe diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain.
Severe headache, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, or painful eye movement.
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.
Unusual bleeding or bruising.
Unusual tiredness or weakness.
Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Back, hip, or joint pain.
Ear pain.
Mild headache.
Pain or redness where the needle is placed.
Warmth or redness in the face, neck, arms, or upper chest.
