Hepatitis Immunoglobulin

Hepatitis Immunoglobulin is a compound made from human plasma, and contains proteins which help in protecting against Hepatitis B, which is liver inflammation. It is used effectively in protecting people who receive liver transplants, as well as infants born to the mothers who are already infected with Hepatitis B.

This medicine is also used to prevent people exposed to the Hepatitis B virus via sexual contact or sharing of contaminated blood products from contracting Hepatitis B. It is not a standard vaccine, and is not meant for long-term usage in treating Hepatitis B.

This medicine has a few side effects, such as increased formation of blood clots, especially in a person with a history of heart diseases. If a person has any history of blood clots, or if they use blood thinners, or if they take birth control pills or other hormone supplements, then they need to tell their doctor accordingly before Hepatitis Immunoglobulin can be administered to them.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Prevention Of Hepatitis B Infection

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Chills

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Fever

• Vomiting

• Allergic Reaction

• Nausea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  The active constituents of this medication are expected to be secreted into the breast-feeding mother. This contributes to the neonate protection from the pathogen getting entry from the mucosal portal.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As the intake of this medication leads to dizziness, thus caution must be taken while driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The action is initiated just after the administration of this medication.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of action of this medication may vary from person to person. On an average it shows action till one month.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Hepatitis Immunoglobulin, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Hepatitis Immunoglobulin as ingredient

• Hepabsv 100Iu Injection

  Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd

• Hepatitis B Prefilled Syringe

  Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

This medication is administered to provide passive immunization to the population from the hepatitis B virus. Its action is produced by binding to the antigen surface and also leads to a marked reduction in the rate of hepatitis B infection and liver cancer.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.