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Antitoxin synonyms

ăn'tē-tŏk'sĭn, ăn'tī-

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vaccine
A preparation of a weakened or killed pathogen, such as a bacterium or virus, or of a portion of the pathogen's structure that upon administration to an individual stimulates antibody production or cellular immunity against the pathogen but is incapable of causing severe infection.
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antiserum
Human or animal serum containing one or more antibodies that are specific for one or more antigens and are administered to confer immunity. The antibodies in an antiserum result from previous immunization or exposure to an agent of disease.
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preventive
Anything that prevents; esp., anything that prevents disease; prophylactic
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medicine (related)
The profession of physicians, surgeons and related specialisms; those who practice medicine.
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antibody
(Immunology) A protein produced by B-lymphocytes that binds to a specific antigen.
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counteragent
An agent having the opposite effect; an antidote.
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antidote
A substance that counteracts the effects of a poison.
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antivenin
A serum, taken from these animals, containing this antitoxin, used for emergencies
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defensive protein
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toxin neutralizer
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neutralizing agent
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counteractant
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counterpoison
A poison used against another poison, serving as an antidote.
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antibiotic
Any of certain chemical substances produced by various microorganisms, specif. bacteria, fungi, and actinomycetes, and having the capacity, in dilute solutions, to inhibit the growth of or to destroy bacteria and other microorganisms: the antibiotics, including penicillin, streptomycin, and tetracycline, are used in the treatment of various infectious diseases
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alexipharmic
An antidote to poison.
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toxin (related)
A poisonous substance, especially a protein, that is produced by living cells or organisms and is capable of causing disease when introduced into the body tissues but is often also capable of inducing neutralizing antibodies or antitoxins.
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toxoid (related)
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prophylactically (related)
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tetanus (related)
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immunizing agent
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serum
Blood serum extracted from an animal that has immunity to a particular disease. The serum contains antibodies to one or more specific disease antigens, and when injected into humans or other animals, it can transfer immunity to those diseases.
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antivenom
Antivenin
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antiseptic
Any substance that inhibits the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Generally includes only those that are used on living objects (as opposed to disinfectants) and aren't transported by the lymphatic system to destroy bacteria in the body (as opposed to antibiotics).
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  • It may be stated that while in certain instances the union of toxin and antitoxin may be reversible, all the facts established cannot be explained on this simple hypothesis of reversible action.

  • It is strongly supported by Ehrlich, who, in his so-called " side-chain " (Seitenkette) theory, explains antitoxin production as an instance of regeneration after loss.

  • Older children and adults can be treated with injections of a specific antitoxin for botulism if it can be administered within 72 hours after symptoms are first observed.

  • Early injection of the antitoxin, ideally within 24 hours of onset of symptoms, can preserve nerve endings, prevent progression of the disease, and reduce mortality.

  • This antitoxin can provide protection against A and B toxins for approximately four months.

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