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Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin treats severe acute graft-versus-host disease (GvHD) after allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT).

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Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin can be given by intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) injection. The IV route is the most common route of administration. The doctor chooses the administration route based on the patient's individual needs and preferences.

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Warnings

Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin can cause allergic reactions, low blood counts, infection, kidney problems, liver problems, pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, thrombosis, and death. It can deplete the body's white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets. This can make people more susceptible to infection, anemia, and bleeding.

Precautions

People with a history of allergic reactions to Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin or other monoclonal antibodies should not receive hrATG. People receiving it should be monitored for signs and symptoms of low blood counts, such as fever, chills, fatigue, shortness of breath, and easy bruising or bleeding. People receiving it should be monitored for signs and symptoms of infection, such as fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, and urinary tract infection.

Side Effects

 Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin can cause both common and serious side effects. Common side effects include fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, rash, and itching. Serious side effects include allergic reactions, low blood counts, infection, kidney problems, liver problems, pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, thrombosis, and death.

Word Of Advice

Talking to your doctor about these risks and benefits before taking Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin is important, as it can cause low blood counts, infection, kidney problems, liver problems, pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, thrombosis, and death. It can cause low blood counts, so it is important to have your blood counts monitored regularly. This will help your doctor to identify any problems early on and take steps to correct them.  It is important to take precautions against infection as it can weaken your immune system. This includes washing your hands frequently, avoiding people who are sick, and getting vaccinated against common infections. If you experience hives, itching, rash, shortness of breath, swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Frequently Asked Question

• How long does  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin treatment last?
• Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin treatment length depends on the condition being treated. It can range from a few days to several weeks.

• What should I do if I experience side effects from  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin?   
• You should tell your doctor immediately if you experience any side effects from  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin.

• What are the disposal instructions for  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin?   
• Unused or expired  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin should be disposed of according to the manufacturer's instructions.

• What are the long-term risks of  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin   
• The long-term risks of  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin are not well known. However, some concern is that it may increase the risk of developing autoimmune diseases.

• How long does it take for  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin to start working?
• The time it takes for  Human rabbit anti-T cell immunoglobulin to start working varies depending on the individual. In some cases, it may start working within a few days. In other cases, it may take several weeks.