hepatitis A immune globulin
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Indications
- temporary, prophylactic passive immunity in persons > 40 years of age or immunocompromised individuals
- travelers to endemic areas within 2 weeks
- hepatitis A exposure
Contraindications
- not indicated for treatment of active hepatitis A infection
More general terms
References
- ↑ Nelson NP, Link-Gelles R, Hofmeister MG et al Update: Recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices for Use of Hepatitis A Vaccine for Postexposure Prophylaxis and for Preexposure Prophylaxis for International Travel. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2018 Nov 2;67(43):1216-1220. PMID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30383742 PMCID: PMC6319798 Free PMC article