Gamastan S-D (immune globulin,gamma(IgG))

USES: This medication is used to provide protection (antibodies) against certain virus infections (hepatitis A, measles, chickenpox, rubella) in people who have not been vaccinated or have not had the infection before. It is also used to strengthen the body's natural defense system (immune system) to lower the risk of infection in persons with a certain immune system problem (immunoglobulin deficiency). This medication is made from healthy human blood that has high levels of certain defensive substances (antibodies), which help fight infections.

Routine vaccination is usually the best way to protect against infection. Talk with your doctor about a recommended vaccination schedule.

Generic name: immune globulin,gamma(IgG)
Pronunciation: (ih-MYOON GLOB-you-lin)

The following indications are listed for Gamastan S-D:

• Immunoglobulin Deficiency
• Prevention Of Measles After Exposure
• Prevention Of Rubella After Exposure
• Prevention Of Varicella After Exposure
• Viral Hepatitis A Prevention

Also known as: Hepatitis A Prevention, Hepatitis A Prophylaxis, Ig Deficiency, Immune Globulin Deficiency, Measles Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, Passive Immunization Against Measles Virus, Passive Immunization Against Rubella Virus, Passive Immunization Against Varicella Zoster Virus, Prevention Of German Measles In Patient Exposed To Rubella, Prevention Of Measles After Contact With Measles Virus, Prevention Of Rubella After Contact With Rubella Virus, Prevention Of Rubella In Patient Exposed To The Rubella Virus, Prevention Of Varicella After Contact With Varicella Zoster Virus, Rubella Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, Varicella Post-Exposure Prophylaxis.

No ICD codes are available for this drug.