Rho(D) immune globulin (Rho(D) IG) (injectable)

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BayRHo-D, Gamulin Rh, HypRho-D Mini-Dose, MicRhoGAM, Mini-Gamulin Rh, RhoGAM, Rhophylac, WinRho SDF

What is the most important information I should know about Rho(D) IG?

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Rho(D) IG is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents (e.g., viruses) that can cause disease. Although Rho(D) IG is screened, tested, and treated to reduce the possibility that it carries an infectious agent, it can still potentially transmit disease. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of using Rho(D) IG.

What is Rho(D) IG?

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Rho(D) immune globulin (Rho(D) IG) is a sterilized solution obtained from pooled human blood. Rh is an antigen in the blood that is either present or absent (blood type Rh positive or Rh negative). If an Rh negative individual is exposed to blood that is Rh positive through pregnancy (the baby has an Rh positive blood type) or a blood transfusion, the individual may develop an immune response to the Rh positive blood.

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Rho(D) IG is used to prevent an immune response to Rh positive blood in people with an Rh negative blood type. Rho(D) IG may also be used in the treatment of immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).

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Rho(D) IG may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Rho(D) IG?

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Do not use Rho(D) IG without first talking to your doctor if you have

had your spleen removed;

a low level of platelets in the blood or a bleeding disorder;

IgA deficiency; or

had a previous allergic reaction to an immune globulin.

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You may not be able to use Rho(D) IG, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.

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Rho(D) IG is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use Rho(D) IG without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

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It is not known whether Rho(D) IG passes into breast milk. Rho(D) IG administered following childbirth is not expected to affect a nursing baby.

How should I take Rho(D) IG?

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Rho(D) IG will be administered by intramuscular (into a muscle) or intravenous (into a vein) injection by a healthcare provider in a hospital or clinic setting. If Rho(D) IG is being administered at home, your healthcare provider will give you detailed administration instructions.

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Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other forms of monitoring during treatment with Rho(D) IG to monitor progress and side effects.

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Your healthcare provider will store Rho(D) IG as directed by the manufacturer. If you are storing Rho(D) IG at home, your healthcare provider will provider storage instructions.

What happens if I miss a dose?

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Contact your doctor if a dose of Rho(D) IG is missed.

What happens if I overdose?

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Seek emergency medical attention or contact your healthcare provider if an overdose of Rho(D) IG is suspected.

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No information is available regarding an overdose of Rho(D) IG.

What should I avoid while taking Rho(D) IG?

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Do not receive vaccines that use live strains of the virus (e.g., measles, mumps, and rubella or MMR) during and for approximately three months following treatment with Rho(D) IG. These vaccines may not work properly when Rho(D) IG has been recently administered.

What are the possible side effects of Rho(D) IG?

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Notify your doctor immediately if you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to Rho(D) IG.

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Other less serious side effects may also occur. Notify your doctor if you experience

fever or chills;

wheezing;

muscle aches or pains;

back pain; or

pain or tenderness at the injection site.

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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect Rho(D) IG?

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It is not known whether other medications will interact with Rho(D) IG. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with Rho(D) IG.

Where can I get more information?

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Your pharmacist has additional information about Rho(D) IG written for health professionals that you may read.

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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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