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A preparation containing the specific antitoxic globulins that have the power of neutralising the toxins formed by types A, B, and E of Clostridium botulinum.
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A preparation containing the specific antitoxic globulins that have the power of neutralising the toxins formed by types A, B, and E of Clostridium botulinum.
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Post exposure prophylaxis of botulism ▶BY INTRAMUSCULAR INJECTION ▶Adult: (consult product literature)
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All patients should be tested for sensitivity (diluting the antitoxin if history of allergy).
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Available from local designated centres, for details see TOXBASE (requires registration) www.toxbase.org. For supplies outside working hours apply to other designated centres or to the Public Health England Colindale duty doctor (Tel (020) 8200 6868). For major incidents, obtain supplies from the local blood bank. The BP title Botulinum Antitoxin is not used because the preparation currently in use may have a different specification.
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Hypersensitivity SIDE-EFFECTS, FURTHER INFORMATION It is essential to read the contra-indications, warnings, and details of sensitivity tests on the package insert. Prior to treatment checks should be made regarding previous administration of any antitoxin and history of any allergic condition, e.g. asthma, hay fever, etc.
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No licensed medicines listed.
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(consult product literature)
First-line fragment. Read the complete Indications and Dose section above.
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