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Immuneglobulin subcutaneous (SCIG) may cause blood clots. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had have or have ever had any conditions that affect blood clotting or history of a blood clot, a catheter placed into a vein, and cardiovascular risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, diabetes, being overweight or obese), or if you are an older adult or are bedridden. Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking or using any type of estrogen medication. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor or get emergency care immediately: pain and/or swelling of an arm or leg with warmth over the affected area; discoloration of an arm or leg; unexplained shortness of breath; acute chest pain or discomfort that worsens on deep breathing; unexplained rapid pulse, numbness or weakness on one side of the body.
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will order certain tests to check your body's response to SCIG.
WHY is this medicine prescribed?
SCIG is used is used to treat primary humoral immunodeficiency (PI) and chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP). SCIG is in a class of medications called immune globulins. It works by providing antibodies to fight infections and to manage other conditions.
HOW should this medicine be used?
SCIG medications come as a solution (liquid) to be given subcutaneously (under the skin) using an infusion pump. It will be given as directed by your doctor to manage your condition and specific needs.
Your doctor may allow you or a caregiver to perform the infusions at home. Your doctor or pharmacist will show you or the person who will be performing the infusion how to prepare and give your SCIG medication. Before you give your SCIG medication injection for the first time, read the written instructions that come with it. Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient.
SCIG medications may cause serious allergic reactions. Your doctor will watch you carefully while you are receiving the medication. Your doctor may stop your infusion if you have an allergic reaction. If you experience any of the following symptoms, tell your doctor immediately or get emergency care: chest tightness; difficulty breathing; wheezing; itching; swelling of your face, tongue, mouth, or throat; rash; hives; or dizziness or fainting.
Are there OTHER USES for this medication?
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS should I follow?
Before taking SCIG,
What SPECIAL DIETARY instructions should I follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What SIDE EFFECTS can this medicine cause?
SCIG may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, stop using SCIG and call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment:
SCIG may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online (http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch) or by phone (1-800-332-1088).
What should I know about STORAGE and DISPOSAL of this medication?
Your pharmacist or healthcare provider will tell you how to store your medication. Store your medication only as directed. Make sure you understand how to store your medication properly.
Keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers are not child-resistant. Always lock safety caps. Place the medication in a safe location - one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach. http://www.upandaway.org
Dispose of unneeded medications in a way so that pets, children, and other people cannot take them. Do not flush this medication down the toilet. Use a medicine take-back program. Talk to your pharmacist about take-back programs in your community. Visit the FDA's Safe Disposal of Medicines website http://goo.gl/c4Rm4p for more information.
What OTHER INFORMATION should I know?
Keep all appointments with your doctor.
Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are taking an SCIG medication.
If you receive SCIG (Cutaquig®) and need to do glucose testing, your healthcare provider may tell you to use a different way to monitor your blood sugar levels on the day that you receive an infusion. Ask your healthcare provider which glucose testing system you can use while using SCIG (Cutaquig®).
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
Keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines, vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements you are taking. Bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to the hospital. You should carry the list with you in case of emergencies.
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Selected Revisions: April 15, 2025.