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Anascorp is used as an antidote for scorpion stings. The sooner the drug is used, the more effective it is. To learn more about Anascorp drug, please refer to the article below.
1. What is Anascorp?
Anascorp has antivenom (Centruroides scorpion) as the main ingredient, which is an antivenom used to treat a person stung by a scorpion. Anascorp is available as a powder in a single injection vial.
When taking the drug you will be given intravenously and taken by medical staff.
2. Anascorp drug use
Anascorp drug has the effect of attaching to the poison caused by the scorpion sting inside the body, making this poison reduce the effect on internal organs. Severe scorpion venom can cause loss of muscle control and cause respiratory failure and coma. Children in particular experience severe reactions, however, adults can also experience life-threatening effects.
The sooner the drug is used after being burned, the more effective the treatment will be.
3. How to use and dose Anascorp
Anascorp should be injected as soon as possible after experiencing symptoms of a scorpion sting such as slurred speech, increased salivation, vomiting, feeling short of breath, abnormal eye movements or loss of muscle control.
How to take the medicine:
Anascorp is injected intravenously by a healthcare worker when there are signs that you have been stung by a scorpion. Anascorp must inject into the body within 10 minutes. After the injection you will be monitored for about 60 minutes to make sure that you do not have any allergic reactions to the medicine. Monitoring during this time is essential to ensure that symptoms are under control. An additional dose may be needed every 30 to 60 minutes. Dosage:
Usual adult dose for venomous scorpion bites: Initial dose of 3 vials, intravenously over 10 minutes; If further administration is required after the initial dose: 1 vial should be administered intravenously over 10 minutes, repeated every 30 to 60 minutes as needed. Usual Pediatric Dose for Poisonous Scorpion Bites: Initial dose of 3 vials administered intravenously over 10 minutes; If further administration is required after the initial dose: 1 vial should be administered intravenously over 10 minutes, repeated every 30 to 60 minutes as needed.
4. Anascorp . side effects
Severe allergic reaction: urticaria ; shortness of breath; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. It is necessary to tell the medical staff immediately so that they can be treated promptly.
Side effects such as fever, swollen glands, muscle pain, joint pain can occur up to 2 weeks after injection. Call your doctor if you experience these side effects.
Other common Anascorp side effects may include: nausea and vomiting; fever; rash, itching; or muscle pain at the injection site. If other side effects not listed above occur, you should also inform your doctor.
5. Notes when taking Anascorp
Do not use the drug if there is a history of hypersensitivity to any component of the drug. If you remain awake while taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic, pregnant or breast-feeding.
Anascorp is made from horse plasma and may contain viruses or other infectious agents. Although the plasma will be tested and processed after collection to reduce the risk of infection, there is still a small chance of disease transmission. Ask your doctor about any possible risks.
You will be closely monitored after taking Anascorp, some signs of an unusual reaction to Anascorp may occur within 2 weeks of using this medicine. Your doctor will need to check for abnormalities at your follow-up visit. So don't miss any scheduled appointments with your doctor.
Hopefully through the article you have understood about Anascorp drugs and things to note. The drug is most effective when used early, if you are bitten by a scorpion and have unusual symptoms, you need to be taken to the anti-poison unit as soon as possible.
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