Antithymocyte Globulin (Equine)
Related terms
Brand Names: U.S.:
Atgam?
Brand Names: Canada:
Atgam?
Uses
- It is used to keep the body from harming the organ after an organ transplant.
- It is used to treat anemia.
- Antithymocyte globulin (equine) helps the body accept an organ transplant.
- It lowers the body's harmful response to diseases of the immune system.
Dosing
How to take
- It is given as a shot into a vein over a period of time.
- Diphenhydramine may be given before this drug to lower itching.
- Acetaminophen may be given to lower fever and chills.
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