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Is there a drug made from snake venom?
Yes, snake venom is used to create antivenom, which is a medication used to treat snakebite envenomation. Antivenom works by neutralizing the toxic components of the snake venom in the body, helping to prevent further negative effects from the snake bite.
What does it mean to 'milk' a snake?
Milking a snake is the term used for getting venom out of a living snake. It is done by hooking the snake's fangs over the edge of a glass as if it was biting something and pressing on the venom glands. The venom is then used to create anti-venoms and in medical research.
Is botox a posion?
No, botox is not made from snake venom. There is new anti-aging/anti-wrinkle treatment involving the use of synthetic venom proteins that are copies of the neuro-toxic proteins found in snake venom. Rather than being injected, these venom proteins are put into a topical cream that is applied to the skin. Botox on the other hand is derived from the bacteria Clostridium botulinum which is the bacteria responsible for the foodborne illness known as botulism. Botox, also known as Botulinum toxin type A, is a drug made from a toxin produced by the bacteria. Botox injections work by weakening or paralyzing certain muscles or by blocking certain nerves and are most commonly used to treat the following: * Temporary removal of facial wrinkles * Severe underarm sweating * Cervical dystonia - a neurological disorder that causes severe neck and shoulder muscle contractions * Blepharospasm - uncontrollable blinking * Strabismus - misaligned eyes
Where do snakes get there venom?
Snake venom is simply modified saliva. It's produced by the snake's body - and stored in venom 'sacs' on either side of the snake's head. Every time the snake uses its venom, the body produces more in a very short time - to replace what's been used.
How is snake venom useful?
Snake venom can be used for medical purposes, such as producing antivenom to treat snakebites. Some components of snake venom have also shown potential in drug development, such as using peptides in research for treatments for conditions like heart disease and autoimmune disorders. Additionally, certain enzymes in snake venom have been utilized in certain diagnostic tests and research studies.
Can snake venom beauty treatment make your breasts bigger?
The snake venom beauty treatment is an an anti-wrinkle product. It doesn't actually contain snake venom, but imitates the venom of the Temple Viper, a Malaysian relative of the rattlesnake. It works by stunning the skin in the same way as a snake bite, helping to keep it smooth, rather like the effects of Botox. Accordingly, if applied to the breasts it may make the skin of the breasts appear smooth and wrinkle free, but it won't make the breasts any bigger. == ==
What is chemical formula of snake venom?
there is no chmeical formula in the snake venom.
Is a lamb immune to snake venom?
No, sheep are not immune to snake venom.
Is snake venom production is profitable?
There is a tiny market for snake venom.
Biotechnology can be harmful for human beings - apart from this limitation - why would one show interest in working in this field?
Venomology -- sometimes a poisonous substance, used in a controlled setting, can actually bring relief to a patient. Consider Botox injections used to treat migraine pain (Botox uses paralyzing bacteria), and snake venom used to relieve arthritis pain, for just a couple examples.
What is the difference between poisounus snake and impoisonus snake?
A poisonous snake has venom glands in which it can inject venom when it bites. A non- poisonous snake has no venom glands and will not inject venom , but they can have harmful bacteria in their mouth.
Does a snake die when its venom is removed?
No, I watched a TV show where they milked the snake to get its venom. The venom is used to make antivenom, which is used to help people who are bitten. The snakes were not harmed by the process. The snake will regenerate more venom later, but it will not be able to eat in the meantime as its means of catching prey have been removed.
