Botulinum Neurotoxin C Immune Fab2, Equine
Botulinum Neurotoxin C Immune Fab2, Equine is an antitoxin product derived from horse serum that provides passive immunization against botulinum neurotoxin type C. It works by binding to and neutralizing the toxin in the bloodstream before it can cause harm. This medication is primarily used in veterinary medicine and occasionally for specific human exposures to type C botulinum toxin.
An equine-derived antitoxin that neutralizes botulinum neurotoxin type C, primarily used in veterinary settings.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1722698
- Generic
- Botulinum Neurotoxin C Immune Fab2, Equine
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of botulism caused by Clostridium botulinum type C toxin, commonly used in veterinary medicine for affected animals such as horses and cattle, and occasionally for human exposure in specific circumstances.
Contains F(ab')2 immunoglobulin fragments derived from horses immunized against type C botulinum toxin. These fragments bind specifically to the neurotoxin, neutralizing its activity and preventing it from binding to nerve terminals.
Equine-derived products carry a risk of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis. Requires appropriate medical supervision and may need skin testing prior to administration. Should be used with caution in patients with known allergies to horse protein. Efficacy is greatest when administered early in the course of exposure.
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