Gamunex
Gamunex is a brand-name immune globulin medication derived from human plasma. It is used to treat various conditions involving immune system deficiencies or autoimmune disorders. The medication is administered intravenously in healthcare settings by trained professionals.
Gamunex is an IVIG medication used to treat immune deficiencies and certain autoimmune conditions by providing antibodies from donated plasma.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 471329
- Generic
- Gamunex
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Gamunex is used to treat primary humoral immunodeficiency, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), and Kawasaki disease. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by a healthcare provider.
Gamunex contains antibodies from pooled human plasma that help supplement or modulate the immune system. It provides passive immunity and may help regulate immune responses in autoimmune conditions.
Gamunex must be administered intravenously by healthcare professionals. Common side effects may include headache, fever, and chills during or after infusion. Patients should be monitored for allergic reactions and potential complications. It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to human immune globulin products.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy