Centruroides Immune F(ab’)2 (Equine)
Name: Centruroides Immune F(ab’)2 (Equine)
Pharmacologic Category
- Antivenin
Use Labeled Indications
Scorpion envenomation: Treatment of scorpion envenomation
Dosing Renal Impairment
There are no dosage adjustments provided in manufacturer's labeling.
Dosing Hepatic Impairment
There are no dosage adjustments provided in manufacturer's labeling.
Storage
Store unused vials at room temperature of 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted up to 40°C (104°F); do not freeze. Discard partially used vials.
Monitoring Parameters
Signs and symptoms of envenomation (eg, opsoclonus, involuntary muscle movement, slurred speech, paresthesias, respiratory distress, salivation, frothy sputum, vomiting). Monitor for signs and symptoms of acute antivenom hypersensitivity reactions (eg, urticaria, dyspnea); follow-up visits for signs and symptoms of serum sickness (eg, arthralgia, fever, myalgia, rash).