GLOBUCEL 10GM INJECTION 100ML

Introduction:

Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml is an extract of human blood containing antibodies (own defensive substances of the body) to diseases, available in the form of a solution for infusion. This medicine restores normal values when blood levels of Immunoglobulin G are low. Immunoglobulin G is the main antibody found in blood and body fluids, aids in controlling the infection. 

Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml is used in adults and children lacking antibodies in cases of primary and secondary immunodeficiencies. In Primary immunodeficiency, patients born with a lack of antibodies. In secondary immunodeficiencies, patients lack antibodies due to severe infection and ineffective antimicrobial treatment. It is also used in the treatment of certain inflammatory disorders. 

Inform your physician if you had ever been treated with this medicine before, if you have an untreated infection or chronic inflammation and kidney diseases. Talk to your doctor if you have high blood pressure, low blood volume, blood clot risks, diabetes, and overweight. Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml is prepared from human blood; it may contain infectious agents. 

Uses of Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml:

• Primary immunodeficiency syndromes
• Secondary immunodeficiencies
• Inflammatory disorders (immunomodulation)

How Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml works:

Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml works by supplying IgG antibodies against a various bacterial and viral agents.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

Keep out of sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze.

References:

1. Biotest Pharma GmbH, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [ Revised on March 2020] [ Accessed on 13th April], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.576.pdf
2. CSL Behring LLC, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on Sept 2017] [ Accessed on 13th April 2021], https://www.fda.gov/files/vaccines%2C%....

How to use Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml:

The Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml will be intravenously administered by your health care professional. The dose will depend on your condition and body weight. 

Safety advice:

Pregnancy: 

There are no established adverse effects of Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml in pregnant women. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine. It will be given to you only if it is really needed.

Breastfeeding:

Inform the physician before taking Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml if you are breastfeeding. It will be given to you only if necessary.

Kidney:

It is important to inform your physician if you have any kidney diseases.

Driving:

Globucel 10gm Injection 100ml may cause dizziness, consult your doctor before driving and handling heavy machinery while taking this medication.

Others:

• Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, blood clot disorders, untreated infection or high blood pressure

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious: 

• Severe allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling of lips, tongue, wheezing, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure with confusion, dizziness, fainting)
• Meningitis (inflammation of the brain)
• Respiratory failure
• Migraine
• High blood pressure
• Blood clot in lungs
• Rupturing of red blood cells

Common: 

• Headache, Dizziness
• Fever, chills
• Nausea, vomiting
• back pain, Abdominal pain
• Joint swelling
• Tiredness