Definitions for "Antithymocyte globulin"
A protein used to reduce the risk of or to treat reaction to the transplanted stem cells Lorazepam (Ativan) Relief of anxiety, agitation, nausea; sedative; sometimes used to help insomnia.
Medication used to prevent or treat rejection of a transplanted kidney.
A protein preparation used to treat and prevent graft-versus-host disease. Side effects may include fever and chills, joint pain, headache, lower blood pressure or increased pulse for a few hours, decreased platelet count or allergic reactions such as hives or shortness of breath.