RhO(D) immunoglobulin, a passive immunizing agent. Also called Rh immune globulin. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed to prevent Rh sensitization after abortion, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or normal birth to an Rh-negative mother of an Rh-positive infant or fetus. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: It is not given to an RhO(D)-positive patient or to the infant or those previously sensitized to Rh. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: The most serious adverse effect is anaphylaxis.
