Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Palivizumab Injection
Palivizumab Injection
| Generic name | palivizumab |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antiviral monoclonal antibodies |
| Forms | Powder for reconstitution (injection), Intramuscular solution |
Palivizumab is a man-made antibody that targets respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). It is given as a monthly injection to help prevent serious RSV lung disease in young children who are at high risk, such as those born prematurely or with certain heart or lung conditions. It is not a vaccine and it does not treat RSV once a child is already sick.
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