Botulinum Neurotoxin E Immune Fab2, Equine
Botulinum Neurotoxin E Immune Fab2, Equine is an antitoxin product consisting of equine-derived antibody fragments used to treat botulism caused by type E Clostridium botulinum toxin. It works by binding to and neutralizing the botulinum toxin in the bloodstream, preventing further neurological damage. This medication is primarily used in hospitals for patients with suspected or confirmed type E botulism poisoning.
An equine-derived antitoxin that neutralizes type E botulinum toxin to treat botulism poisoning.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1722702
- Generic
- Botulinum Neurotoxin E 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 type E botulinum neurotoxin, including foodborne, wound, and infant botulism cases caused by type E toxin. Typically administered when clinical suspicion or laboratory confirmation of type E botulism exists.
Equine-derived F(ab')2 antibody fragments bind specifically to type E botulinum toxin, neutralizing its activity and preventing the toxin from binding to acetylcholine receptors at neuromuscular junctions, thereby stopping further neurological deterioration.
Contains equine proteins and carries risk of hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and serum sickness. Pre-treatment skin testing for horse serum sensitivity may be recommended. Should be administered early in the course of illness for optimal effectiveness. Availability may be limited as it requires specialized centers or public health coordination.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 25, 2026. · Read our editorial policy