Panzyga (IGIV)

Generic name:immune globulin (IGIV) (intravenous) [ im-MYOON-GLOB-yoo-lin ]
Brand names: Bivigam, Carimune, Flebogamma, Gammagard S/D, Gammaplex, ... show all 8 brands Octagam, Panzyga, Privigen
Drug class:Immune globulins

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Feb 26, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is immune globulin intravenous (IGIV)?

Immune globulin intravenous (IGIV, for injection into a vein) is used to treat primary immunodeficiency.

IGIV is also used to increase platelets (blood clotting cells) in people with immune thrombocytopenic purpura.

IGIV is also used in to help prevent certain infections in people with B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

IGIV is also used in people with Kawasaki syndrome, to prevent aneurysm caused by a weakening of the main artery in the heart.

IGIV may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Panzyga can cause blood clots. The risk is highest in older adults or in people who have had blood clots, heart problems, or blood circulation problems. Blood clots are also more likely during long-term bedrest, while using birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy, or while having a central intravenous (IV) catheter in place.

Call your doctor at once if you have chest pain, trouble breathing, fast heartbeats,