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Gamunex®
Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human), 10%
Immune globulin intravenous, sometimes referred to as "IGIV" or "IVIG," is also known as pooled human gamma globulin or, simply, gamma globulin. IGIV belongs to a group of medicines that work by affecting a patient's immune system. For decades IGIV has been used to treat a variety of infectious or inflammatory diseases, as well as for the treatment of a variety of autoimmune disorders. A doctor prescribes IGIV therapy.

     Canada    

Hypermunes™
Hyperimmune Globulin Therapy
Hyperimmune globulin therapy are concentrated immunoglobulins used to treat patients whose immune systems have been compromised. Constant monitoring in steps of the manufacturing and delivery process make these biological products safe, easy, and convenient to use. A doctor or healthcare provider prescribes hyperimmune globulin therapies.

     Canada    

Plasbumin®
Albumin (Human)
Human albumin is a protein manufactured by the liver. It performs multiple functions, including the transport of many small molecules in the blood. Albumin products are used to manage serious and often life-threatening conditions, such as shock and blood loss due to trauma, burns, and surgery. A doctor or healthcare provider prescribes albumin.

     Canada   

Prolastin®
Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)
Alpha1-antitrypsin deficiency, also known as Alpha-1, is an inherited disorder that causes significant reduction in the naturally occurring protein alpha1-antitrypsin (AAT). Scientists also call this protein alpha1-proteinase inhibitor (A1 PI) because it inhibits not only trypsin but also other enzymes called proteinases. A doctor or healthcare provider prescribes an alpha1-proteinase inhibitor.

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