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Stonefish Antivenom

This equine IgG Fab is the definitive treatment of envenoming by stonefish (Synanceia trachynis and Synanceia verucosa) from Australian waters. It may also have a role in the treatment of Bullrout (Notesthes robusta) stings.

References

  • Currie BJ. Marine antivenoms. Journal of Toxicology Clinical Toxicology 2003; 41:301-308.
  • White J.  CSL Antivenom Handbook 2001.  CSL Ltd: Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria.

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