Antivenin (Micrurus Fulvius) (Intravenous Route) - An-Tee-Ven-In (Mye-Kroo-Rus Ful-Vi-Us)

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Antivenin (Micrurus Fulvius) (Intravenous Route) - An-Tee-Ven-In (Mye-Kroo-Rus Ful-Vi-Us)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Antivenin

Description

North American coral snake antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as immunizing agents. It is used for the treatment of poisoning caused by bites of North American coral snakes, such as the Eastern coral snake, the Texas coral snake, and some other related species of coral snakes.

North American coral snake antivenin is to be used only by or under the supervision of a doctor.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Kit
Before Using

DR600157

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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