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GENERIC NAME: IMMUNE GLOBULIN - INTRAMUSCULAR (ih-MYOON GLOB-you-lin)

BRAND NAME(S): Gamastan, Gammar

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USES: This medication is used to provide protection (immunization) against Hepatitis A, measles, varicella and rubella infections. It is also be used to boost the body's natural immune response in persons with immune system problems.

HOW TO USE: This medication is administered by injection into a muscle by a health care professional.

SIDE EFFECTS: Muscle stiffness, redness, warmth, pain and tenderness may occur at the site of injection. Fever, chills, headache, weakness and nausea may also occur. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: skin rash, swelling of the hands/feet or face, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any: pre-existing illnesses, blood disorders, any allergies (especially drug allergies). This medication should be use only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take or if you have recently received any vaccines. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.




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immune globulin-intramuscular, Gamastan, Gammar

What is rubella (German measles)?

A respiratory disease caused by a virus.

What are the symptoms of rubella?

Rash and fever for two to three days (mild disease in children and young adults).

What are the complications of rubella?

Birth defects if acquired by a pregnant woman: deafness, cataracts, heart defects, mental retardation, and liver and spleen damage (at least a 20% chance of damage to the fetus if a woman is infected early in pregnancy).

How is rubella spread from person to person?

Spread by contact with an infected person, through coughing and sneezing.

What is the rubella vaccine?

Rubella vaccine (contained in MMR vaccine) can prevent this disease.

You do NOT need the measles, mumps, rubella vaccine (MMR) if:

  • You had blood tests that show you are immune to measles, mumps, and...

Read the German Measles (Rubella) article »




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