Antivenom Centruroides scorpion

Name: Antivenom Centruroides scorpion

What should I avoid while after receiving this antivenom?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

This antivenom side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Some of the signs of a reaction to Centruroides scorpion antivenom may occur up to 2 weeks after you receive this medication.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

  • fever, swollen glands, general ill feeling;

  • chest tightness, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest;

  • trouble breathing; or

  • joint or muscle pain.

Less serious side effects may include:

  • headache, tired feeling;

  • runny nose, sneezing, cough;

  • nausea, diarrhea; or

  • mild itching or rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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