imorab 1000iu injection
🤰 Pregnancy Category C
📋 Prescription Required
💊 Generic Available
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Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
What is imorab 1000iu injection used for?
This medicine contains Equine Rabies Immunoglobulin (1000IU) and is used to treat VACCINES. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Equine Rabies Immunoglobulin (1000IU)
- Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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💊 imorab 1000iu injection Uses & Benefits
- Imorab 1000IU Injection is derived from the blood of horses.
- It neutralizes the virus at the wound site within a few hours.
- There are two types of Rabies Immunoglobulin (RIG), human (hRIG) and equine (eRIG).
- Both have similar clinical effectiveness in eliminating the virus at the wound site.Imorab 1000IU Injection is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse.
- It is indicated in individuals with category III exposures (in-depth injury).
- RIG neutralizes the rabies virus at the inoculation site before the immune system responds to the vaccine by the production of rabies virus-neutralizing antibodies.
- Both active (vaccine) and passive immunization (Immunoglobulin) prevent the rabies virus from infiltrating the central nervous system, but become ineffective once the virus has crossed into the central nervous system.
- Imorab 1000IU Injection is administered only once in a lifetime.The most common side effects include nausea, acute toxicity, rash, and stomach upset.
- They do not normally last very long.
- Sitting or lying down can sometimes help.
- Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.Before having the injection, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to an immunoglobulin.
- Some other medicines may react with the equine rabies immunoglobulin so talk to your doctor about other medications you are taking as well.
- You should consult your doctor first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Equine Rabies Immunoglobulin (1000IU) |
| Brand Name | imorab 1000iu injection |
| Manufacturer | Sanofi India Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | VACCINES |
| Action Class | Killed vaccine |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How to Take imorab 1000iu injection
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of imorab 1000iu injection
- Nausea
- Acute toxicity
- Rash
- Upset stomach
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
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