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Neonatal Drug Therapy Manual |
Palivizumab
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Alternate Name(s):
RSV Immune Globulin, Synagis
Classification:
Humanized Monoclonal Antibody
Indications:
- Prevention of serious lower respiratory tract disease caused by respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in pediatric patients at high risk of RSV, according to criteria for use
Administration:
- IM: preferably in the anterolateral aspect of the thigh. The gluteal muscle should not be used routinely as an injection site because of the risk of damage to the sciatic nerve.
*Doses greater than 1 mL should be divided.
Dosage:
- 15 mg/kg/dose of body weight, every 30 days, throughout the RSV season
- First dose will be administered within 2 weeks prior to discharge from hospital
Side Effects:
- Pain at injection site
- In most studies, the incidence of adverse effects has been comparable in the placebo and palivizumab groups
Parameters to Monitor:
- Observe infant for a possible allergic reaction
Reconstitution and Stability:
Palivizumab (RSV IG) 50 mg or 100 mg vial
- To be prepared by pharmacv
- Final concentration: 100 mg/mL
Protect from light
Compatibility:
- Administer within 6 hours of dilution
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