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Tetanus Immunoglobulin-VF (human; for intramuscular use)

Details for Tetanus Immunoglobulin-VF (human; for intramuscular use) and its components.

Sponsor
CSL Behring (Australia)
Administration route
Intramuscular injection
Immunoglobulin group
Tetanus immunoglobulins
Description:

160 mg/mL immunoglobulin (mainly IgG) prepared from human plasma containing high levels of antibody to the toxin of Clostridium tetani.

Single vial containing 250 IU of human tetanus antitoxin, with the actual volume stated on the label on the vial.

Also contains glycine.

Administration advice

Tetanus Immunoglobulin-VF (for intramuscular use) MUST NOT be administered intravenously because of the potential for anaphylactic reactions.

Additional immunoglobulin information

For detailed advice on dosage, administration, contraindications and precautions, and variations from product information, please visit the relevant disease chapter/s.

Related diseases
Tetanus

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