Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin (Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin)
Overview of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin
Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin is a sterile liquid freez-dried preparation containing immunoglobulins, mainly immunoglobulin G (IgG), derived from the plasma from selected immunised donors having specific antibodies against hepatitis B surface antigen. Hepatitis B immunoglobulins are used for the passive immunisation of persons expose or possibly exposed to hepititis B virus.
Indication of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin
Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin is primarily indicated in conditions like Prevention of hepatitis B, after exposure.
Contraindication of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin
Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Fever, Chills, Facial flushing, Hypersensitivity.
Precautions of Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin
It should be used with caution in patients with any pre-existing illnesses, blood disorders or any allergy, including any drug allergy. It should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Pateints should be manitored for serum anti-HBS antibody levels regularly.