Warnings


What may interact with Octagam?


-aspirin and aspirin-like medicines
-cisplatin
-cyclosporine
-medicines for infection like acyclovir, adefovir, amphotericin B, bacitracin, cidofovir, foscarnet, ganciclovir, gentamicin, pentamidine, vancomycin
-NSAIDS, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-pamidronate
-vaccines
-zoledronic acid

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Octagam?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

-diabetes
-extremely low or no immune antibodies in the blood
-heart disease
-history of blood clots
-hyperprolinemia
-infection in the blood, sepsis
-kidney disease
-recently received or scheduled to receive a vaccination
-an unusual or allergic reaction to human immune globulin, albumin, maltose, sucrose, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Octagam?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.

This medicine is made from pooled blood donations of many different people. It may be possible to pass an infection in this medicine. However, the donors are screened for infections and all products are tested for HIV and hepatitis. The medicine is treated to kill most or all bacteria and viruses. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of this medicine.

Do not have vaccinations for at least 14 days before, or until at least 3 months after receiving this medicine.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

This drug is usually given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

In rare cases, some brands of this medicine may be given at home. If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label.