New drug to treat cyanide poisoning.(Updates)(Cyanokit; Merck Sante SAS)(Brief article)
Publication Date: 01-MAR-07
Publication Title: FDA Consumer
Format: Online
Company: EMD Pharmaceuticals Inc.~Product development

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Description

The FDA has approved Cyanokit, which contains the drug hydroxocobalamin, intravenous tubing, and a sterile spike for reconstituting the drug product with saline, to treat known or suspected cyanide poisoning. The December 2006 approval improves the nation's ability to respond to emergencies, including a potential attack by terrorists.

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