Does gammagard SD need to be filtered?

Do not mix with other medications or fluids; do not mix with other IVIG products. -Use of an in-line filter is optional. A pore size of at least 15 microns may not slow the infusion rate. -Begin the infusion rate at 0.01 mL/kg/minute and increase to 0.02 mL/kg/minute after 15 to 30 minutes.

How is Gammagard S D administered?

GAMMAGARD S/D contains approximately 850 mg sodium per liter at a 5% concentration. A 70 kg patient receiving 1g/kg (1.4 L) would receive 1190 mg of sodium. GAMMAGARD S/D, should only be administered intravenously.

What is Gammagard S D?

GAMMAGARD S/D is indicated for the treatment of adult Chronic Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura to increase platelet count and to prevent and/or to control bleeding. Kawasaki Syndrome. GAMMAGARD S/D is indicated for the prevention of coronary artery aneurysms. associated with Kawasaki syndrome in pediatric patients..

Do you use a filter with IVIG?

Because most of the products on the market are pure IVIG and aggregates are not present, a filter is generally unnecessary. If you do use a filter on an IVIG set prior to it going through an IVIG pump, it generally will make the pump harder to work.

What kind of detergent is Gammagard S / D intravenous?

GAMMAGARD S/D Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human) SOLVENT DETERGENT TREATED Description. GAMMAGARD S/D,* Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human) [IGIV] is a solvent/detergent treated, sterile, freeze-dried preparation of highly purified immunoglobulin G (IgG) derived from large pools of human plasma.

What should the temperature be for Gammagard’s / D?

Each bottle of GAMMAGARD S/D is furnished with a suitable volume of Sterile Water for Injection, USP, a transfer device and an administration set which contains an integral airway and a 15 micron filter. GAMMAGARD S/D is to be stored at a temperature not to exceed 25ºC (77ºF) for 24 months. Do not Freeze. SOURCE: U.S.

Are there any side effects to Gammagard’s / D?

Gammagard S/D does not contain sucrose. (5.2) For patients at risk of thrombosis, administer Gammagard S/D at the minimum dose and infusion rate practicable. Ensure adequate hydration in patients before administration. Monitor for signs and symptoms of thrombosis and assess blood viscosity in patients at risk of hyperviscosity.

What is the manufacturing process for Gammagard’s / D?

The manufacturing process for GAMMAGARD S/D, isolates IgG without additional chemical or enzymatic modification, and the Fc portion is maintained intact. GAMMAGARD S/D contains all of the IgG antibody activities which are present in the donor population.