Human Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin

**Semantic type:** Pharmacologic Substance

**Definition:** A sterilized solution containing immunoglobulins (IGs) against cytomegalovirus (CMV) that is derived from human plasma of donors infected with CMV and can be used for passive immunization against CMV. Upon administration, human CMVIG is used to help prevent or treat infection by CMV.

**Synonyms:** - CMV Hyperimmune Gamma Globulin - CMVIG - Cytogam - Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin - Cytomegalovirus Immune Globulin - HUMAN CYTOMEGALOVIRUS IMMUNE GLOBULIN - Human CMV-immune Globulin