Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine Medication Information

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Generic Name : Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine

Pronunciation : kroe-TAL-i-dee pol-ee-VAY-lent i-MUNE fab

Therapeutic Classification : Antivenom

Trade Names/Brand Names of Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine

International :

Crofab

Why is Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antivenin, prescribed for snake poison.

When should Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine?

IV- The recommended initial dose is 4 to 6 vials diluted with saline water.

How should Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab Ovine?

More common - Unexplained bleeding or bruising.
Less common - Cough, difficulty in breathing, difficulty in swallowing, dizziness or lightheadedness, fast heartbeat, fever, hives, itching of skin, joint pain, large, hive-like swellings on the eyelids, face, lips, mouth, and/or tongue, muscle pain, noisy breathing, redness of skin, shortness of breath, rash and wheezing.