Tetanus Immune Globulin, Human

Sera and Gamma Globulin · Immunoglobulin

Indications

Passive immunization against tetanus.

Dosage

Adults: 250 units IM. Children: May be calculated by 4.0 units/kg body wt. However it is advisable to administer the entire contents of the vial (250 units).

Adverse Effects

Nausea, diarrhoea, chills, fever, headache, dizziness, arthralgia, myalgia, muscle spasms, low back pain, allergic reactions, injection site reactions, anaphylactic reactions, thromboembolic events. Rarely hypotension, aseptic meningitis, acute renal failure.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: IgA deficiency, interference with live virus vaccines. Precautions: History of typical reactions to blood or blood products. Risk factors for thrombotic events or acute renal failure. Monitor for adverse reactions and anaphylactoid reactions during infusion.

Interactions

Tetanus immune globulins neutralizes tetanus toxoid and should not be injected into the same site or in the same syringe.

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