Categories: Prescription Medication
Description:
Measles immunoglobulin (IG) is a concentrated antibody treatment used to provide passive immunity against measles. It is derived from donated blood plasma and contains antibodies that help neutralize the measles virus and has been shown to be effective if given within 6 days of expsoure.
It is recommended for high-risk individuals exposed to measles who cannot receive the MMR vaccine or need extra protection. This includes infants under 6 months, pregnant women without immunity, and severely immunocompromised individuals such as those with leukemia, HIV, or organ transplants.
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AI generated Summary: Based on the single expert review provided, measles immunoglobulin appears to be highly effective in preventing measles in high-risk individuals who have been exposed to the virus. However, it is important to note that the protection offered by measles immunoglobulin is temporary, and it significantly reduces the risk of disease and complications rather than providing complete immunity.
In summary, measles immunoglobulin is a critical intervention for preventing measles in high-risk individuals following exposure, significantly reducing the risk of disease and its complications but only provides temporary benefit.
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