IMMUNOGL. SNAKE ANTIVENOM, Africa (EchiTab-ICP) pwd+dil vial
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IMMUNOGLOBULIN SNAKE ANTIVENOM, Africa (EchiTab-ICP)
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Full Name
EchiTab-ICP, lyophilized Polyspecific Snake Antivenom
Therapeutic Action
Neutralisation of snake venom
Equine serum globulins
Indications
Treatment of snakebite envenomations from 22 African species found in sub-Saharan Africa, including:
- Puff adder (Bitis arietans)
- West African carpet viper (Echis ocellatus)
- Black-necked spitting cobra (Naja nigricollis)
- Black Mamba (Dendroaspis polyepis)
Instructions for use
Lyophilised vial with diluent.
Reconstitute the powder vial with the diluent supplied to obtain a reconstituted 10 ml solution.
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.
Storage
- Below 25ºC
- After reconstitution, use the product immediately.