Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is a combination medicine used to treat snakebites. This medicine is effective for treating snakebites caused by the cobra (Naja naja), the russels viper (Vipera russelli), and the common krait (Bangarus caeruleus). Toxins from a poisonous snake bite can enter the bloodstream and cause severe systemic symptoms such as organ failure, paralysis, and bleeding. Immediate therapy is required to counteract the venom and avoid any serious adverse effects.
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection is a polyvalent snake venom antiserum. The antibodies present in the serum bind to and neutralize the venom, helping prevent toxins from spreading throughout the body.
The healthcare professional in the hospital setting will administer Snake Venom Antiserum Injection. Sometimes, this medicine may cause side effects like allergic reactions, swelling at the injection site, nausea, vomiting, hives, oedema, headache, or fever. Most of these side effects may not require medical treatment and will subside with time. However, if the adverse effects persist or worsen, see a doctor.
Snake Venom Antiserum Injection should not be administered if you are allergic to any of its components. Before receiving the injection, inform your doctor about any allergies, medications, or medical conditions like asthma, urticaria, immune disorders, or recent vaccinations. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before receiving Snake Venom Antiserum Injection.