Complete dosing information for CORAL SNAKE (MICRURUS FULVIUS) IMMUNE GLOBULIN ANTIVENIN (EQUINE)
Medical guidance required: Dosing information here is for educational purposes. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition, kidney function, other medications, and medical history. Never adjust your dose without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For intravenous use only. For intravenous use only. • In adults and adolescents, the dose may vary from 3 to 5 vials, depending on the response to treatment. ( 2.1 ) • In small children, the dose may be decreased, depending on the response to treatment. ( 2.1 ) • Contents of each reconstituted vial can neutralize approximately 250 mouse (Lethal Dose) LD 50 or approximately 2 mg of M. fulvius venom. ( 2.1 ) • Infuse the first 1 or 2 mL over a 3- to 5-minute period, observing for allergic reaction. If tolerated, administer the rest of the dose at the rate that is comfortable for the patient based on body weight and general condition. Do not exceed 4 mL per minute for children. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Dose • Contents of each reconstituted vial can neutralize approximately 250 mouse (Lethal Dose) LD 50 or approximately 2 mg of Micrurus fulvius fulvius ( M. f. fulvius) venom. • In adults and adolescents, the dose may vary from 3 to 5 vials, depending on the response to treat