Snake Venom Antiserum Injection
Manufacturer
Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
Salt Composition
Standard Cobra Venom (Naja naja) (0.6mg) + Standard common krait Venom (Bangarus caeruleus) (0.45mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is a prescription medicine used to treat snakebite by neutralizing the venom and preventing life-threatening events.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is a combination of four venoms that is prescribed in the treatment of snakebite. It neutralizes the venom and prevents life-threatening events. Snakebite is an acute life-threatening time-limiting medical emergency. Do not panic and immediately immobilize the affected part. Do not block the blood supply or apply pressure on the affected part. Reassure the patient to overcome fear and immediately take to the nearby medical center for treatment.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
How it works
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is a combination of four anti-snake venoms. They work by binding to the snake venom and neutralizing its harmful effects on the body.
Quick Tips
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is given to treat a snake bite. Do not panic and immediately immobilize the affected part. Do not block the blood supply or apply pressure on the affected part. Reassure the patient to overcome fear and immediately take to the nearby medical center for treatment. The patient will be monitored closely for any life-threatening reaction like anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) after administering Snake Venom Antiserum Injection.
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