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Diphtheria Antitoxin
Pronunciation
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Usual Dosage
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(dif THEER ee a an tee TOKS in)

Generic Available

Yes


Pharmacological Index

Antitoxin


Use

Passive prevention and treatment of diphtheria


Pregnancy Risk Factor

D


Usual Dosage

I.M. or slow I.V. infusion: Dosage varies; range: 20,000-120,000 units


Dosage Forms

Injection: 500 units/mL (20 mL, 40 mL)


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