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HOUSTON, Tanox, Inc.
Chang will provide an overview of 2005 milestones and discuss Tanox's most
advanced investigational drug, TNX-355, for the treatment of HIV and AIDS, as
well as furnish an update on the progress of the company's other pipeline
products.com and visit the Investor Relations section to
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About Tanox, Inc. Symptoms
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will deliver a company presentation at the Deutsche Bank Health Care
Conference May 3, 2005, at 2:30 p.
Tanox Vice President of Strategic Planning Ashraf Hanna , Ph.D., will
discuss Tanox's most advanced clinical product, TNX-355, other pipeline
products , and 2005 objectives and milestones.S.

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A live webcast of the presentation will be accessible from the Investor
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adolescent patients with moderate-to-severe, confirmed allergic asthma.

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"With some extra precautions and preparation , sports enthusiasts can avoid
unwanted encounters with bees and other stinging insects," said Anne Munoz-
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Honeybees, bumblebees, yellow jackets, hornets, wasps, fire ants, and
harvester ants are the most common causes of insect stings in the United
States.
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Life-threatening reactions, or anaphylaxis, usually occur within seconds
to a few minutes after a sting, but may begin as late as 20 minutes after the
sting.
Insect stings cause approximately 40 deaths each year in the United States. Some people say it
feels like a hot wire was placed on their skin at the sting site. For more information, visit the
FAAN website at http://www.tanox.

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Tanox 's first-approved drug, Xolair(R) (omalizumab), is the first anti-
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Local reactions typically are found at the site of the sting and cause painful
swelling and itching. Swelling may last as long as 10 days, although it usually peaks within 2
days. Remember to always carry an
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deliver a presentation at Friedman, Billings, Ramsey's 9th Annual Growth
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Insect sting reactions can range from mild to life-threatening. This type of reaction may also include nausea and low-grade fever.
* Avoid scented cosmetics, perfumes , cologne, aftershave, lotions, and
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Outdoor Sport Enthusiasts Need to be Prepared for Unexpected Encounters With Stinging Insects

Difficulty breathing, throat tightness, and wheezing can occur as a
result of an insect sting and are symptoms of a life-threatening reaction."
Before partaking in outdoor activities follow these strategies to minimize
an encounter with stinging insects:

* Avoid walking barefoot .
* Be careful near large bushes, especially flowering ones.
* Keep sweetened drinks covered.
* Keep insecticide handy.org or call (800) 929-4040.

About Tanox, Inc.
Tanox 's lead investigational therapy, TNX-355, is a humanized, anti-CD4
monoclonal antibody to treat HIV and AIDS.

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For example, the entire arm can become swollen from a sting on the
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About FAAN
The Food Allergy + Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) is a Virginia-based,
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Tanox President and Chief Executive Officer Nancy Chang, Ph.S.
* Pour soda into cups so you can see what's in it at all times.
* If available, antihistamines may be used to relieve itching. Tanox's first-approved drug, Xolair(R) (omalizumab), is the
first anti-immunoglobulin E (anti-IgE) antibody to be brought to market.

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mediated diseases, inflammation, infectious disease and cancer. Tanox 's lead
investigational therapy, TNX-355, is a humanized, anti-CD4 monoclonal antibody
to treat HIV and AIDS. "For those
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plan if stung because reactions can be quite serious.
* Provide acetaminophen for pain relief.

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