About anti d immunoglobulin
Human anti-D immunoglobulin
Used for
- Prevents RhD sensitisation during pregnancy and after delivery
- Prevents sensitisation after miscarriage, abortion, or other pregnancy events
- Prevents sensitisation after RhD-positive blood transfusion in RhD-negative people
Usual adult dose
Dose depends on the event, gestational age, and local guidance; 500 IU is used for some pregnancy-related indications.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or swelling
- Headache, nausea, or fever
- Rare allergic reaction
Important warnings
- For RhD-negative people not already sensitised to RhD
- Does not treat established RhD sensitisation
- Blood products may carry a very small risk of infection transmission
- May interfere with some blood tests
Pregnancy
Used during pregnancy when indicated to prevent RhD sensitisation; dosing depends on circumstances and local guidance.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- May reduce responses to live vaccines, including measles, mumps, and rubella vaccines.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.