Snake venom is a gland containing the venom of snakes, which can seriously affect human health. People bitten by venomous snakes can die if not treated promptly. When treating venomous snakes, snake antidote is the most optimal choice. However, care should be taken when using snakebite drugs because each type of snake venom will have different antidotes for snakes.

The number of patients bitten by snakes at medical facilities has increased. Especially due to improper first aid, or following folk experience, leading to late hospital examination and treatment, many patients may suffer from necrosis of limbs, coma, sepsis, and even death. Therefore, recognizing venomous snake bites and providing first aid for venomous snake bites properly is extremely necessary.

Most snakes are harmless to humans. Only about 15% of snake species worldwide are venomous. The usual way to tell the difference between a venomous snake bite and a non-venomous snake bite is to look at the bite. This article will provide first aid instructions for snake bites.