What should my health care professional know before I use varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG)?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • bleeding disorders, like hemophilia • bone, heart, kidney, liver, or lung transplant • immunoglobulin A deficiency or other immune system disorder, like HIV or AIDS • leukemia, lymphoma, or other cancer • low counts of certain blood cells, called platelets • an unusual or allergic reaction to varicella-zoster immune globulin (VZIG), human immune globulin products, thimerosal, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives • pregnant or trying to get pregnant • breast-feeding
