Immune globulin (intravenous) IGIV and Norpramin

• Generic Name: immune globulin intravenous
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Carimune, Flebogamma, Gammaplex, Octagam, Privigen, Panzyga, Gammagard, Gammagard S/D

Immune globulin intravenous (IGIV) is a sterilized solution made from human plasma. It contains the antibodies to help your body protect itself against infection from various diseases.

IGIV is used to treat primary immunodeficiency (PI), and to reduce the risk of infection in individuals with poorly functioning immune systems such as those with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). IGIV is also used to increase platelets (blood clotting cells) in people with idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP) and to prevent aneurysm caused by a weakening of the main artery in the heart associated with Kawasaki syndrome.

IGIV is also used to treat chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a debilitating nerve disorder that causes muscle weakness and can affect daily activities.

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

• Generic Name: desipramine
• Dosage Forms: tablet, sugar coated
• Other Brand Names: Norpramin

Norpramin is a tricyclic antidepressant. This medicine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression.

Norpramin is used to treat symptoms of depression.

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