Monograph Details

Hematology > Immune-mediated blood disorders
BAYRHO-D FULL DOSE
Manufacturer
Bayer Corp, Pharmaceutical Div.
Legal Classification
Rx
Generic Name
Rho(D) immune globulin human 300micrograms; for IM inj; solvent/detergent treated.
Also
BAYRHO-D MINI-DOSE
Indications
Preventing Rho(D) sensitization in nonsensitized Rho(D) negative or Du negative patients to the Rho(D) factor, following pregnancy or accidental transfusion.
Children
Not recommended.
Adults
Each vial or syringe (approx. 300micrograms) prevents sensitization to a volume of up to 15mL of Rh positive red blood cells. Administer IM at 28 weeks of gestation, within 72 hours of an Rh incompatible delivery, miscarriage, abortion, or transfusion accident.
Contraindications
Rho(D) positive patients. Pregnancy (Cat.C).
Precautions
Live vaccines. Have epinephrine available.
Adverse Reactions
Local reactions.
How Supplied
Full Dose (single-dose syringes and vials)—1, 10
Mini-Dose (single-dose syringes)—10