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First Aid
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A standard first-aid kit Pre-hospital care offers victims of spitting cobra venom a better chance of maintaining their eyesight if the venom hits them in the eyes. It also helps lessen the chances of an allergic reaction to the venom. Use cold clean water or another safe liquid to flush the venom from the eyes. A topical cleanser should be used to clean any skin that has come into contact with the spitting cobra venom. Ibuprofen or a topical anti-inflammatory spray can be used to reduce swelling.
Antivenin
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Hospitals carry varying types of antivenin taken from different types of venomous snakes. It is important to know the type of snake that spit the venom in order for the proper antivenin to be administered. Antivenin is injected into the bloodstream after a brief allergy test is conducted on the patient. Ordinarily antivenin is administered in the event of a venomous snake bite, but spitting cobra venom can make it into your bloodstream via an open wound, your nostrils or your mouth. Depending on the severity of the venom injury, one or more sessions of injections may be required.
Other Treatments
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In addition to pre-hospital first aid and antivenin, hospitals offer antihistamine and analgesic treatment in the event of spitting cobra venom's coming into contact with the eyes or skin. These treatments are offered when fatality or blindness aren't a concern, to combat an allergic reaction to the venom.
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What Are the Treatments for Spitting Cobra Venom?
Spitting cobras are several varieties of cobras known to spit venom with amazing accuracy and potency. Often the venom of the spitting cobra hits the eyes of the victim, causing burning and inflammation. Even when it comes into contact with the skin the venom causes burning, blistering and swelling. Treatments for spitting cobra venom vary.