Toxic shock syndrome (TSS)
Associated with but not limited to:
- Invasive group A Streptococcal infections
- Staphylococcal infections
Recommended Indications in which IG can be used
Order Number: ID2-TSS
Recommendations | IVIG is recommended when evidence of systemic inflammation and end organ hypoperfusion with fever, tachycardia, tachypnea and hypotension. |
Dose/Frequency of Administration | Single dose of 2 g/kg adjusted body weight or 1 g/kg on day 1 and 0.5 g/kg on days 2 and 3. |