About rabies immunoglobulin
Human rabies immunoglobulin
Used for
- Provides immediate antibodies after possible rabies exposure, alongside rabies vaccination.
Usual adult dose
Once, 20 IU/kg body weight; infiltrate as much as possible around wounds.
Usual dose in children
Once, 20 IU/kg body weight; infiltrate as much as possible around wounds.
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or swelling
- Headache or fever
- Allergic reactions, rarely severe
Important warnings
- Give promptly after exposure; do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Do not mix with rabies vaccine or inject it at the same site.
- Avoid injecting into a blood vessel.
- Requires urgent clinical assessment and wound cleaning.
Pregnancy
Rabies exposure requires prompt prevention; pregnancy is not a reason to withhold indicated treatment.
Breastfeeding
No specific breastfeeding restriction is generally required for indicated rabies prevention.
Interactions
- Rabies vaccine: administer at a separate site.
- May reduce response to live vaccines; delay them for several months when feasible.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.