Preferred Label : Human Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin;
NCIt synonyms : Human Varicella-Zoster Immune Globulin; Varicella Zoster Immune Globulin Human;
NCIt definition : A human plasma-derived immunoglobulin G (IgG) formulation containing high levels of
antibodies against varicella zoster virus (VZV), a double-stranded DNA virus that
causes chickenpox and herpes zoster (shingles), with potential immunomodulating and
antiviral activities. VZV IgG (VARIZIG) is isolated from donors expressing high amounts
of VZV antibodies. Upon intramuscular (IM) administration, the anti-VZV antibodies
provide passive immunization against VZV. This may prevent infection by VZV in immunocompromised
patients.;
UNII : 33T61IWL27;
Drug name : VARIZIG;
Origin ID : C123431;
UMLS CUI : C1372952;
Semantic type(s)
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