The Protocol of Choice for Treatment of Snake Bite
Table 1
Iranian-modified WHO diagram for management of snake bite.
Severity of envenomation
Signs/symptoms
Number of the vials that should be given
Mild
Local swelling without systemic signs/symptoms
3–5
Moderate
Extension of swelling with systemic signs/symptoms (paresthesia, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, lightheadedness, sweating, and chills) ± lab test abnormalities
6–10
Severe
Extension of swelling to all affected limb with systemic signs/symptoms (respiratory failure, shock, bleeding, loss of consciousness, fasciculation, and seizure) and severe lab test abnormalities