Description
Snake Venom Antiserum 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 Venom Antiserum Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is strictly to be taken as per the doctor’s prescription. The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. 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.
Introduction
In Snake Bite A snake bite needs emergency medical attention to prevent any harmful effects of the snake poison (venom) as it can be life-threatening too. Snake Venom Antiserum Injection helps prevent any toxic effects caused by the snake venom in a person after a snake bite. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Benefits
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.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Advice
- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Snake Venom Antiserum Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Snake Venom Antiserum Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Snake Venom Antiserum Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Snake Venom Antiserum 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 Venom Antiserum Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Snake Venom Antiserum Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.