Dose of diphtheria antitoxin is-
a) 1000 to 5000 IU
b) 10000 to 100000 IU
c) 1000 to 2000 IU
d) None
Correct Answer - B
Ans. B. 10000 to 100000 IU
DAT manufactured by Instituto Butantan is a sterile, transparent
(clear) serum solution supplied in 10 mL ampoules containing
10,000 IU each.
DAT must be stored in the refrigerator at 2 – 8°C (36 – 46°F).
DO NOT FREEZE. Once an ampoule is opened, the DAT serum
solution should be used immediately