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Polyvalent Antivenom

Polyvalent antivenom is a specialized treatment designed to neutralize venom from multiple snake species. It is created by combining antibodies derived from animals, usually horses, that have been immunized with different snake venoms. This broad-spectrum approach allows it to effectively treat bites from various snakes within certain regions, making it versatile and practical for emergency use. Polyvalent antivenom reduces the need for multiple specific treatments, providing a faster and more accessible response to snakebite envenoming, ultimately improving patient outcomes and survival chances.