Antivenin

Veterinary Drugs and Treatments

This product is indicated for the treatment of envenomation from the Eastern coral snake (Micrurus fulvius fulvius) and the Texas coral snake (Micrurus fulvius tenere). It will not neutralize the venom form the Sonoran or Arizona coral snake (Micruroides euryxanthus) or the Brazilian giant coral snake (Micrurus frontalis). Coral snake envenomation is quite rare in the United States and approximately 60% of coral snake bites do not result in envenomation. Unlike pit viper venom, coral snake venom primarily causes neurotoxicity and clinical signs may be delayed. It has been recommended that animals suspected of a coral snake envenomation be hospitalized with close observation for 24 – 48 hours post-bite.