Do Hospitals Carry Antivenom?

Dr. McCorkle said most large hospitals have the anti-venom stocked and ready to go. ... Antivenom can save your life, but it doesn't come cheap. Each vial costs about $2,500 and treatment requires a few vials on average.

Does all hospitals have antivenom?

“Anti-snake venom is the only treatment for snakebite with envenomation (when venom has been injected through a bite). It is provided free at all government hospitals.

Where can I get antivenom?

  • The American Association of Poison Control Centers 1-800-222-1222. Find your Poison Center They may be able to direct you to locally available antivenom. ...
  • Antivenom Index For Members Only A joint project of the American Association of Poison Control Centers and the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
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