• Required; this is a strictly prescription-only medication for clinical/hospital use. 

Therapeutic Category: 

• Antivenom / Biological Product / Blood Derivative. 

Active Ingredients/Composition: 

• Purified immunoglobulins (antibodies) obtained from the plasma of hyperimmunized horses (equines). It typically contains refined fragments. 

Variant: 

• Available as a 10ml vial, often in a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder form or as a liquid. 

Consume Type: 

• Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) injection (IV is generally preferred for severe cases). 

Directions/Usage: Must be administered by a doctor or trained healthcare professional.

• Lyophilized form: Must be reconstituted with Sterile Water for Injection (often supplied in a 10ml vial).
• Dosage: Determined by the clinician based on the severity of the bite and the patient’s symptoms. 

Common Side Effects: 

• Early or late allergic reactions (itching, rash, fever, or joint pain) and potentially severe anaphylaxis. 

Package Type: 

• Sterile glass vial, often 10ml in size. 

Storage Advice: 

• Store in a cool, dry place, typically below 25°C or 30°C depending on the specific manufacturer’s instruction. Lyophilized forms are generally more stable at room temperature but should avoid excessive heat. 

Safety Advice:

• Adrenaline should always be kept ready before administration to treat potential allergic reactions.
• Monitor vitals closely during and after infusion.
• Pregnancy is not a contraindication given the life-threatening nature of snake bites. 

Product Substitutes: 

• Other polyvalent snake antivenoms from manufacturers 

Manufacturer/Marketer: 

• Aimanest Biotech.

Country of Origin: 

• India.