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i am a rh negitive mother i am a rh - mother i didn't know what rhogam mean i once and i have a misscarri afther it was 5month i donnot kown how i lost the baby the docter told me that have to buy the rhogam and have get it witheing 72 houre but when i get it ,it was ... by dian clarke in kingston,jamaica, 05/10/2008

rhogam shot Hi My blood is type is negative(-rh) . The doctor recommended the rhogam shot. But I'm afraid because of the side effects of austism brain damage in the fetus. The rhogam shot is preservative free but I'm afraid. thanks Marisol by marisol rivas in denair, ca, 05/25/2007

rhogam shot Hi My blood is type is negative(-rh) . The doctor recommended the rhogam shot. But I'm afraid because of the side effects of austism brain damage in the fetus. The rhogam shot is preservative free but I'm afraid. thanks Marisol by marisol rivas in denair, ca, 05/25/2007

Rhogam side effects How long after the initial Rhogam shot could it take for the side effects to start? I had a shot 10 days ago and am now breaking out in a rash. Is this a normal reaction to the medication and what else can I look at to help me with this rash? Thanks by Lana Johnson in 100 Mile House, BC, Canada, 01/16/2006

Rhogam & antibody screen How long does the Rhogam stay in your system? I received a Rhogam shot and 13 weeks later had an antibody screen ran to determine if I had developed Rh sensitivity. The test came back positive but my doctor said it was due to the Rhogam still in my sy... by Jacki, 11/30/2005

Rhogam (Injection) Drug and Prescription Information

Rhogam (Injection)

Rhogam (Injection) Medication Classification

RHO(D) IMMUNE GLOBULIN (Injection)

Rhogam (Injection) Brandname

Rhogam, Bayrho-D, Bayrho-D Full Dose, Micrhogam Ultra-Filtered, Winrho SDF, Rhophylac

Rhogam (Injection) is used for the Treatment

Rho(D) Immune Globulin (roe (D) im-MYOON GLOB-yoo-lin) Given to a pregnant woman whose blood type is Rho(D) negative to keep the baby's blood from interacting with the mother's. Also treats a blood cell disorder called idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP).

When To Not Use Rhogam (Injection)

You should not receive Rho(D) immune globulin if you have had an allergic reaction to immune globulin.

How Should You Use Rhogam (Injection)

Proper Rhogam (Injection) Storage

Store Rhogam (Injection) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Rhogam (Injection) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using Rhogam (Injection)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Wait at least 3 months after you receive this medicine before you have any type of vaccine, including flu shots.

Rhogam (Injection) Warnings

  • Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you have immune system disorders.
  • If you are receiving this medicine to treat ITP, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Rhogam (Injection) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Black, bloody, or tarry stools
  • Chills, fever
  • Lower back or side pain
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Pinpoint red spots on the skin
  • Problems urinating or urinating less often
  • Rash or hives
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Wheezing or trouble breathing, chest tightness
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Headache
  • Joint pain
  • Pain where the injection is given
  • Tiredness