Octagam 5%
What it is used for
Replacement therapy: Primary immunodeficiency syndromes: congenital agammaglobulinaemia and hypogammaglobulinaemia; common variable immunodeficiency; severe combined immunodeficiencies; Wiskott Aldrich syndrome; Myeloma or chronic lymphocytic leukaemia with severe secondary hypogammaglobulinaemia and recurrent infections. Children with congenital Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) who have repeated bacterial infections; Immunomodulatory effect: Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, in adults or children with a high risk of bleeding or prior to surgery to correct platelet count. Guillain Barre syndrome. Kawasaki disease. Allogeneic bone marrow transplantation.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Visual appearance
Clear or slightly opalescent solution.