A protein is made up of several amino acids, which are the microscopic building blocks that make up all cells. Many globulins are inherited, so that the body is able from birth to fight off bacteria and other infections. IVIG is used for maintenance treatment of people who are unable to produce sufficient amounts of immune globulin antibodies. IVIG can help prevent or treat infections such as meningitis, bacteremia, osteomyelitis, septic arthritis, acute sinusitis, pneumonia, acute mastoiditis, or abscess of an internal organ. Some pain, tenderness and muscle stiffness generally occur at the injection site and last for several hours.
Headache following infusion is a possible side effect.
Dosage IVIG is injected intravenously or intramuscularly. Thrombocytopenia means a decreased number of blood platelets which are cells important for blood clotting. How long it may take to work Children in the study were followed for 17 months with good response. Response to treatment in adults with HIV-related thrombocytopenia was seen in 8 days. Managing side effects Most adverse reactions appear to be related to the rate of administration rather than the dose and may be relieved by decreasing the rate of administration or by temporarily stopping the infusion.