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Snake Venom Antiserum Injection

Salt Composition: ANTI SNAKE VENOM

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Snake Venom Antiserum Injection

Categories: Others

Conditions: Immunoglobulins

Product Introduction

Snake venom antiserum injection is an antiserum used to treat snakebites. It comprises antibodies produced in horses and is specifically designed to neutralise the venom of certain snakes. It is composed of polyvalent, enzyme-refined, equine antivenom immunoglobulin fragments. It is used to treat snakebites caused by venomous snakes, such as cobras, kraits, and mambas. It is also used to treat snakebites caused by non-venomous snakes, such as pythons and boas, if there is a risk of infection. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to snake venom antiserum injection. Before receiving the injection, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Notify your doctor if you have a history of any disease. Report to your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or heart-related disease. This injection is not recommended for use by patients who are allergic to any of the ingredients in the antiserum. It should also not be used by patients who have a history of blood clots or kidney problems.

Uses

Treats snakebite poisoning.

How it works

Snake venom antiserum injection functions through the hyper-immunized horse antibodies into the victim's bloodstream. These antibodies recognize and neutralize venom toxins from snakes like cobras, common kraits, Russell's vipers, and saw-scaled vipers, preventing further harm and reducing the toxic effects of the snakebite.

How to Use

Snake venom antiserum injection will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered as an injection in the vein (intravenous). Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Allergic reactions Kidney failure Blood clots Common Pain Redness Swelling at the injection site

Expert Tips

Follow your doctor's recommendations closely throughout the process. If you experience any concerning symptoms or side effects, be sure to inform your healthcare provider immediately. Your medical professional will inform you if you need any dose adjustments. Contact your doctor for more information.

References

  1. B. Kalyan Kumar et al., Antisnake Venom Serum (ASVS), International Journal on Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Research(IJPBR)Vol. 1(3), 2010, 76-89, https://www.academia.edu/19896565/ANTISNAKE_VENOM_SERUM_ASVS_
  2. Bharat Serums And Vaccines Limited, [Accessed on 22nd Sept 2023], http://www.antivenoms.toxinfo.med.tum.de/resources/antivenom_india-bharat-snakevenomantiserum_2015-01-21.pdf
  3. KD Tripathi, Vaccines, Antisera and lmmuneglobulins, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 978-986.

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Snake venom antiserum injection harms the unborn baby. Before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or think you may be pregnant.

Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Snake venom antiserum injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Inform your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.

Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Snake venom antiserum injection is excreted in breast milk. So, before starting the treatment, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Contact your doctor for more information.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS