Snake Antivenin Injection
Product introduction
Snake Antivenin Injection is a prescription medicine. This is a combination of four venoms that is prescribed in the treatment of snakebite. It neutralizes the venom and prevents life-threatening events.
Snake Antivenin Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Do not self adminiter this medicine at home. The doctor will decide on the dosage of the medicine.
The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle weakness, edema, and pain. You may also experience injection site redness, swelling and pain that goes away with time. If any of the side effects gets more serious, you must consult your doctor immediately. It is advised not to drive or operate any heavy machine without consulting your doctor.
Uses of Snake Antivenin Injection
- Treatment of Snake Bite
Benefits of Snake Antivenin Injection
In Treatment of Snake Bite
A snake bite can inject venom into the body, which may affect the nervous system, blood clotting, or cause tissue damage, depending on the type of snake. This condition can become life-threatening if not treated promptly. Snake Antivenin Injection is made using the venoms of multiple common poisonous snakes like the cobra, krait, and Russell’s viper. It works by neutralizing the venom in the body, stopping its harmful effects. This treatment helps reduce the severity of symptoms, prevents complications, and improves the chances of full recovery.
Side effects of Snake Antivenin Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Snake Antivenin
- Stomach pain
- Chills
- Muscle pain
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Muscle weakness
- Edema (swelling)
- Injection site pain
How to use Snake Antivenin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Snake Antivenin Injection works
Snake Antivenin 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Snake Antivenin Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Snake Antivenin Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Snake Antivenin Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Snake Antivenin Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Snake Antivenin Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Snake Antivenin Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Snake Antivenin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Snake Antivenin Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Snake Antivenin Injection is given to treat a snake bite.
- 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.
- The patient will be monitored closely for any life-threatening reaction like anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) after administering Snake Antivenin Injection.
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User feedback
What are you using Snake Antivenin Injection for?
Snake Bite
93%
Others
7%
How much was the improvement?
Average
40%
Excellent
33%
Poor
27%
What were the side-effects while using Snake Antivenin Injection?
No Side Effec*
50%
Stomach pain
25%
Headache
25%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Snake Antivenin Injection?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Snake Antivenin Injection on price
Expensive
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Average
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FAQs
What is Snake Antivenin Injection used for?
Snake Antivenin Injection is used to treat snakebite poisoning caused by cobra, common krait, Russell's viper, and saw-scaled viper. It helps neutralize the venom and prevent life-threatening complications.
Who should not take Snake Antivenin Injection?
Snake Antivenin Injection should not be given to people with a history of severe allergy to horse serum, unless the benefits outweigh the risks. A skin test is usually done before giving the injection to check for possible allergic reactions.
How quickly should Snake Antivenin Injection be given after a snakebite?
Snake Antivenin Injection should be given as soon as possible after a confirmed venomous snakebite. Early administration increases the chances of survival and reduces complications.
Can Snake Antivenin Injection cause allergic reactions?
Yes, Snake Antivenin Injection is made from horse serum, and may cause severe allergic reactions such as swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, hives, or anaphylactic shock. Medical staff must be prepared to treat such reactions immediately.
What serious side effects should I watch for after receiving Snake Antivenin Injection?
Serious side effects of Snake Antivenin Injection include shock, difficulty breathing, swelling, collapse, and serum sickness (fever, rash, joint pain, and swelling appearing 5 to 24 days later). Immediate medical care is required if any of these occur.
Can Snake Antivenin Injection be used for all types of snake bites?
No, it is effective only against bites from cobra, common krait, Russell's viper, and saw-scaled viper. It does not work for bites from other snakes.
What should be avoided after a snake bite before reaching the hospital?
If the person has a snake bite, do not apply ice, cut the wound, use a tourniquet, or give the patient alcohol or food. Keep the patient calm, immobilize the bitten limb, and reach medical care quickly.
Why is Snake Antivenin Injection not injected directly into the bite site?
Injecting Snake Antivenin Injection at the bite site is not recommended because it can damage tissues and does not improve effectiveness. Snake Antivenin Injection must always be given intravenously under medical supervision.
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- Snake Venom Antiserum I.P. [Package Insert]. Bharat Serums and Vaccines Limited; 2011. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:
- Antivenom [Product Description]. Dhaka, Bangladesh: Incepta Vaccine Ltd. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from:
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Name: Biological E Ltd
Address: Biological E. Limited, Road No. 35,Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana -500033
Country of origin: India
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