BabyBIG

Generic name:botulism immune globulin [ BOT-ue-lizm-im-MYOON-GLOB-yoo-lin ]
Drug class:Immune globulins

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Sep 17, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is BabyBIG?

BabyBIG is a sterilized solution made from human plasma. It contains the antibodies to help your body protect itself against infection caused by botulism toxin type A and B.

BabyBIG is used to treat infant botulism caused by toxin type A or B. BabyBIG is used in children who are younger than 1 year old.

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

Warnings

Your baby should not receive this medicine if he or she has immune globulin A (IgA) deficiency with antibody to IgA.

Your baby should not receive a "live" vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella, polio, rotavirus, yellow fever, varicella) for at least 3 months after receiving BabyBIG.

Before taking this medicine

Your baby should not receive BabyBIG if he or she has ever had an allergic reaction to an immune globulin, or if the child has immune globulin A (IgA) deficiency with antibody to IgA.

Tell the doctor if your baby has ever had:

• kidney disease;

• diabetes;

• a vaccine;

• dehydration; or

• treatment with any medicines that weaken the immune system.

BabyBIG is made from donated human plasma and may contain viruses or other infectious agents. Donated plasma is tested and treated to reduce the risk of contamination, but there is still a small possibility it could transmit disease. Ask your doctor about any possible risk.

How is BabyBIG given?

To best participate in the care of your baby while he or she is being treated with BabyBIG, carefully follow all instructions provided by your baby's caregivers.

BabyBIG is given as an infusion into a vein. Your baby will receive this infusion in a clinic or hospital setting.

BabyBIG is usually given as a one-time treatment.

Your baby's breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely during the infusion.

To be sure BabyBIG is not causing harmful effects, your baby may need follow-up blood tests.

What happens if a dose is missed?

Since BabyBIG is used as a single dose, it does not have a daily dos...