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Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)

Vijay B. Arumugham  1 , Appaji Rayi  2
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)

Vijay B. Arumugham et al.
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Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) is a pooled antibody, and a biological agent used to manage various immunodeficiency states and a plethora of other conditions, including autoimmune, infectious, and inflammatory states. The ultimate goal of this therapy is to normalize a compromised immune system. This activity reviews the indications, mechanism of action, contraindications, adverse effects, and monitoring of IVIG in the treatment of several immune deregulated states. It also highlights the key information pertinent to the healthcare teams managing patients with conditions affecting the immune system and other immune-related conditions.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Vijay Arumugham declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Appaji Rayi declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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