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Batroxobin

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Definition: A proteolytic enzyme obtained from the venom of fer-de-lance (Bothrops atrox). It is used as a plasma clotting agent for fibrinogen and for the detection of fibrinogen degradation products. The presence of heparin does not interfere with the clotting test. Hemocoagulase is a mixture containing batroxobin and factor X activator. EC 3.4.21.-.     
Pharmacological Action Fibrinolytic Agents; Hemostatics 		Other names Hemocoagulase; Defibrol; Reptilase DEF; Batroxobin Serono Brand; Serono Brand of Batroxobin; Reptilase-DEF; Reptilase; Defibrase

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