IMMUNOGL. SNAKE ANTIVENOM, Africa (EchiTab-Plus-ICP) 10ml v.

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IMMUNOGLOBULIN SNAKE ANTIVENOM, Africa (EchiTab-Plus)

This product is not always available at supply centres level. Contact your HQ advisor and check the specifications if an alternative is offered.

Full Name

EchiTab-Plus-ICP, Polyspecific Antivenom Liquid

Therapeutic Action

Neutralisation of snake venom

Equine serum globulins

Indications

Treatment of snakebite envenomations from 22 African species found in sub-Saharan Africa, including:

  • West African carpet viper (Echis ocellatus)
  • Puff adder (Bitis‌ arietans)
  • Black-necked spitting cobra (Naja nigricollis)
  • Black mamba (Dendroaspis polylepis)
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Instructions for use

10 ml vial in liquid form

Must be given as IM injection or IV infusion (after dilution in 0.9% NaCl).

The minimum dose in case of envenomation is 4 vials.

Read the manufacturer's instructions.

Precautions for Use

Appropriate medical treatment should always be readily available in case of anaphylactic reactions following the administration of the product.

Check the product packaging and manufacturer's leaflet to identify the species covered.

Storage

  • Keep refrigerated between 2ºC and 8ºC.
  • Do not freeze.
  • After opening, use the product immediately.

(Cf Introduction: Thermosensitive products)