"Hesitation is a conduit for infection." —Zombrex poster
Ambuzol Vaspilatin which is commercially marketed as Zombrex, is a medicine in both Dead Rising and Dead Rising 2 that retards the process of becoming undead. In Dead Rising 2: Case Zero it should be taken every 12 hours but in the main Dead Rising 2, three years later, Zombrex's development has advanced, giving it a 24 hour effectiveness.[1][2] By Dead Rising 2, the pill can be taken orally in 200 mg doses.[3]
Zombrex is a subsidiary of Phenotrans. Zombrex is expensive. This is because phenotrans has and continues to have high research and development costs. This cost is passed on to the pharmacies, which is passed on to the consumer. The government subsides this cost. Zombrex also does not require a prescription which leads to hoarding.[4]
People have been known to feed their pets Zombrex to stop zombification.[4]
When Chuck Greene first picks up Zombrex in Dead Rising 2, two information screens explain how Zombrex works.
Zombrex is a drug that stops the infected from becoming zombies. It is high in demand, expensive, and hard to find.
The new and improved Zombrex formula now lasts 24 hours![5]
Zombrex overdoses are deadly, users must never take it earlier than prescribed.
The Zombrex Counter on your HUD [ Head-up display ] shows how much you have at all times.
Katey needs Zombrex everyday between 7:00AM and 8:00AM. If she doesn't get it, she will die.
Check your watch to see if it's time for Katey's next dose.
Warnings[]
Zombrex publishes an educational promotional poster which explains the precautions humans must take around zombies and the side effects of Zombrex.
IMPORTANT
Please do not remove this poster from its designated area
+ Health and Safety
A practical guide to dealing with zombie infection
1
LEARN THE SYMPTOMS
2
TAKE PRECAUTIONS
3
ADMINISTER CURE
Unfamiliar cravings
Herd mentality
Increased Shambling
Some light rotting
Random limb loss
Rank odor
Give the
Gift of life.
Brought to you
in association
with ZombrexTM
WARNING
Do not mix ZombrexTM with alcohol.
Do not operate heavy machinery within 24 hours of taking Zombrex.TM ZombrexTM is not suitable for pregnant women. ZombrexTM should only be taken once every 24 hours. ZombrexTM is not a cure.
ZombrexTM is a subsidiary of Phonotrans.TM Procedures featured on this safety poster are not scientifically proven methods and should only be practices in a worse case scenario. ZombrexTM is not responsible for unsuccessful attempts as the procedures presented
In case of zombie infection, report to your appointed infection safety coordinator and make your way calmly to the nearest emergency assembly point.
Leave all personal effects behind (with the exception of firearms and other methods of self-defense).
Do not seek refuge in densely populated human settlements.
Do not attempt to communicate with infected individuals.
Always travel by day
Target the brain
Wash weapons after use
Remember:
Prevention is always better than Cure
herein are merely suggestions. Please remember to always think before you practice. In case of infection, administer ZombrexTM injection immediately. If no ZombrexTM injector is available, visit your local physician immediately for treatment. After infection, transformation time varies.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Your appointed zombie safety coordinator is:
Your nearest emergency assembly point is:
ZombrexTM
Infected persons should be watched closely and disposed of upon first signs of onset. Hesitation is a conduit for infection. Please use a permanent ink marker to fill in the information on this poster. Legibility is the key to the personal welfare of you and the persons around you.
Trivia[]
The tag line for Zombrex is "Keep living your life with Zombrex"
Instructions for administrating Zombrex as found on a Zombrex Auto Injector box : 1. Scrub hands thoroughly with soap and hot water before opening. 2. Disinfect injection area with alcohol rub and soapy water. 3. Inject Needle with conviction to penetrate epidermis. 4. Administer all medication; then dispose of immediately.[1]