Anti-D immunoglobulin

Also sold as: RhoGAM, Rhophylac

Prescription neededVaccines and immunoglobulins

Comes as:Injection

Usual adult dose

Given by a health worker as an injection to Rh-negative mothers: usually around 28 weeks of pregnancy and within 72 hours after the birth of an Rh-positive baby, and after miscarriage, abortion or bleeding in pregnancy. Dose is set by the doctor.

Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.

Side effects

Common

pain or tenderness at the injection site
mild fever
headache

Serious — get help

Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:

severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat
difficulty breathing)

Do not take it, or take care, if

Rh-positive mothers (not needed)
Mothers who already have anti-D antibodies (not useful)
Severe allergy to immunoglobulins

Interactions

No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.