Antidote Treatment Nerve Agent Auto-Injector (ATNAA)
The ATNAA is a specially designed unit for self- or buddy-administration by military personnel. Atropine and pralidoxime chloride are administered sequentially to counteract organophosphorous nerve agents. While a victim can administer their own injection, a second or third injection might be needed and should be administered by a buddy.
Indication: For the treatment of poisoning by susceptible organophosphorous nerve agents having anticholinesterase activity.
Availability: Military/LE Only
| Manufacturer |
| Meridian Medical Technologies, Inc. |
| Product Name |
| Antidote Treatment Nerve Agent Auto-Injector (ATNAA) |
| Detection Category |
| Chemical |
| Detection Method |
| Medical Countermeasure |
| Application |
| Personal Protective Equipment; |
| Equipment Type |
| PPE |
| Product Synopsis |
| The ATNAA is a specially designed unit for self- or buddy-administration by military personnel. Atropine and pralidoxime chloride are administered sequentially to counteract organophosphorous nerve agents. While a victim can administer their own injection, a second or third injection might be needed and should be administered by a buddy.
Indication: For the treatment of poisoning by susceptible organophosphorous nerve agents having anticholinesterase activity. |
| Availability |
| Military/LE Only |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Hands-on experience |
| Weight |
| <1 lb. |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Live Agent Tested |
| Yes |
| Operating Time |
| Immediate post-exposure use |
| Sizes |
| 1 |
| Other Operational Parameters |
| Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F) |
| Training Required |
| <1 hour training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| No |
