What are the Potential Side Effects of IVIG in Children?
While IVIG is generally safe, it can cause side effects, including:
1. Mild Reactions: Fever, chills, headache, nausea, and muscle aches. 2. Moderate Reactions: Allergic reactions, including rash and itching, or more severe systemic reactions like hypotension. 3. Severe Reactions: Anaphylaxis (rare but life-threatening), thromboembolic events, renal dysfunction, and hemolytic anemia.
To minimize these risks, premedication with antihistamines, corticosteroids, or acetaminophen may be used, and the infusion rate can be adjusted based on tolerance.
