Immunorel 10gm Injection
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Product introduction
Immunorel 10gm Injection consists of proteins of liquid human serum, containing the antibodies of healthy adults. This is used to strengthen the body's natural defense system (immune system) to lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system.
This is given by injection under the skin or slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. This is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP).
Your healthcare professional will start the medication slowly while monitoring you closely. You may experience side effects such as headache, nausea, chills, fatigue, fever, upper abdominal pain, diarrhea, back pain, injection site reactions, excessive sweating, and flushing. Tell your doctor if you are bothered by any of these side effects.
This is given by injection under the skin or slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. This is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP).
Your healthcare professional will start the medication slowly while monitoring you closely. You may experience side effects such as headache, nausea, chills, fatigue, fever, upper abdominal pain, diarrhea, back pain, injection site reactions, excessive sweating, and flushing. Tell your doctor if you are bothered by any of these side effects.
Uses of Immunorel Injection
- Prevention of Infections
Benefits of Immunorel Injection
In Prevention of Infections
Immunorel 10gm Injection strengthens or boost the immune system and lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system. It works by producing antibodies against foreign substances thereby fighting against infection. It is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP). This helps stop bleeding and promote the formation of blood clots. Immunorel 10gm Injection should be administered only by or under the supervision of your doctor.
Side effects of Immunorel Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Immunorel
- Headache
- Nausea
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Upper abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Back pain
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Sweating
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
How to use Immunorel Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Immunorel Injection works
Human gamma globulin contains antibodies, mainly immunoglobulin G (IgG), to various bacteria and viruses present in the general population such as hepatitis A, measles, mumps, rubella and varicella. It has a distribution of IgG subclasses that is very close to that of the normal human plasma. It is therefore, used to provide passive immunisation against such diseases.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Immunorel 10gm Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Immunorel 10gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Immunorel 10gm Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Immunorel 10gm Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Immunorel 10gm Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Immunorel 10gm Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Immunorel 10gm Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Immunorel Injection?
If you miss a dose of Immunorel 10gm Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Immunorel 10gm Injection is prescribed to boost the immune system and prevent infection in people with low immunity.
- Immunorel 10gm Injection should be injected slowly in order to prevent severe allergic reactions.
- Inform your doctor if you have a cold or chest infection on the day of treatment. This will prevent any kind of reactions on your body.
- Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, kidney disease, high blood pressure or heart disease.
- If you get shortness of breath during or within several hours of your treatment, tell your doctor immediately.
- Immunorel 10gm Injection might interfere with certain virus vaccines such as measles, rubella, mumps, varicella, and yellow fever. Inform your doctor with complete information about your vaccinations.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Immunoglobulin
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Immunorel 10gm Injection? What is it used for?
Immunorel 10gm Injection is a solution of liquid human serum, containing the antibodies of healthy adults. This is used to strengthen the body's natural defense system (immune system) to lower the risk of infection in persons with a weakened immune system. Immunorel 10gm Injection is also used to increase the blood count (platelets) in persons with a certain blood disorder (idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura-ITP).
What is the difference between Immunorel 10gm Injection and immunoglobulin?
Immunorel 10gm Injection is a blood protein produced by lymphocytes and plasma cells of the immune system when an immune response is needed. Almost all forms of Immunorel 10gm Injection are known as immunoglobulins, also called antibodies, which are globulins that help with immune responses and immunity.
How is Immunorel 10gm Injection made?
Immunorel 10gm Injection is made from healthy human blood that has a high level of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections.
How is Immunorel 10gm Injection administered?
Immunorel 10gm Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. Immunorel 10gm Injection is given as an injection under the skin or slowly into a vein. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Immunorel 10gm Injection.
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- ScienceDirect. Gamma globulin. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Dhirubhai Ambani Life Sciences Centre, R-282, TTC Area of MIDC, Thane-Belapur Road, Rabale, Navi Mumbai 400 701
Country of origin: India
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