Immune globulin (intramuscular) IGIM and Kapectolin

• Generic Name: immune globulin intramuscular
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: GamaSTAN S/D, BayGam, Biogam, GamaSTAN, BayGam

Immune globulin is a sterile solution made from human plasma. It contains antibodies that protect you against infection from various diseases.

Immune globulin intramuscular (IGIM, for injection into a muscle) is used to prevent infection with hepatitis A in people who travel to areas where this disease is common. IGIM will not prevent hepatitis B.

IGIM is also used to help prevent infection after exposure to measles, chickenpox (varicella), or rubella.

IGIM should not be used in place of routine vaccination against polio, varicella, mumps, or rubella.

Immune globulin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: bismuth subsalicylate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bismarex, Bismatrol, Bismatrol Maximum Strength, Kaopectate, Kola-Pectin DS, Maalox Total Stomach Relief, Peptic Relief, Pepto-Bismol, Pink Bismuth, Pepto-Bismol Maximum Strength, Maximum Strength Stress, Stress Maximum Strength, Kaopectate Extra Strength, Childrens Kaopectate, Kapectolin, Kao-Tin Bismuth Subsalicylate Formula, Kaopectate Anti-Diarrheal Upset Stomach Reliever, K-Pek, Soothe Chewable, Soothe Regular Strength, Soothe Maximum Strength, Soothe Caplets, Percy Medicine, Pepto-Bismol InstaCool

Bismuth subsalicylate is used to treat diarrhea in adults and teenagers. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of an upset stomach, such as heartburn, indigestion, and nausea in adults and teenagers.

This medicine is available without a prescription.