Varicella-zoster Immunoglobulin
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Indications
- Post-exposure prophylaxis of varicella-zoster infection [neonates exposed to maternal chickenpox 7 days before or after delivery] for varicella-zoster immunoglobulin
Safety Information
Cautions
-zoster immunoglobulin Ensure adequate hydration before initiation of infusion; interference with live virus vaccines; renal insufficiency; risk factors for thromboembolic events Cautions, further inf
Side Effects
-zoster immunoglobulin Frequency not known Arthralgia; chills; fever; headache; hypersensitivity; hypotension; malaise; nausea; skin reactions; tachyc...
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