PROFILE
About Karim Tobgy, RPh
Karim Tobgy, RPh was born and raised in Cairo, Egypt. He graduated from Cairo University in 2009 and has been a practicing pharmacist for 12 years and is certified in Sterile Products (IV) & USP (797). The most rewarding part of his job is seeing the impact of his care as a Pharmacist on the patients’ quality of life. He is currently precepting students from Marshall B. Ketchum University. In his free time, he enjoys watching documentaries and playing soccer.
Articles by Karim Tobgy, RPh
Octagam Fact Sheet
Octagam infusion is an intravenous immune globulin (IVIG) that contains high levels of antibodies derived from the plasma of healthy people. It is a sterile liquid preparation used to boost the body’s natural immune system so that it can fight infections and protect the body against diseases.
Gamunex-C: The Immune Supplement
Gamunex-C is a type of sterile antibody solution that is extracted from human beings. Injections of this solution are given to patients suffering from a weak immune system or immune disorder. Gamunex-C injections help such patients combat infections.
Hizentra Cost and Copay Assistance
Hizentra belongs to the class of medications called Immune Globulin Subcutaneous (Human). It is used to treat primary immunodeficiency conditions, and people who use this medication are said to be undergoing immune globulin therapy. Hizentra is used for the treatment of weakened immune activity and nerve conditions such as demyelinating polyneuropathy.
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) – What Is It?
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) is an immune disorder that manifests itself through abnormal blood clotting. The term “immune thrombocytopenia” is used more commonly to refer to this condition. ITP is caused by a low platelet count in the blood.