Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin
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Overview
Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin is an immune serum that is FDA approved for the prophylaxis of post exposure for varicella.. Common adverse reactions include injection site pain (overall, 2%; pregnant women, 9% ) and headache.
Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Warnings' in the drug label.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Structure in the drug label.
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Storage in the drug label.
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
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Look-Alike Drug Names
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Drug Shortage Status
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References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.