By Admin 
On hearing the name of snake, the picture of fear, death and poison emerges in the mind, but do you know that the same poison, which makes people tremble, is also saving the lives of thousands of people. In the eyes of science, snake poison is not only a source of destruction but also a treasure of cure. The story of medicines for many serious diseases related to heart, brain, blood and nerves starts with this poison. This is the reason why today snake venom has become priceless for the medical world.
Journey from fear to medicine
Centuries ago, man had realized that poison not only kills, but if used in the right quantity and in the right way, it can become a life saver. Snake venom is a complex mixture of enzymes and proteins, which has a direct effect on the nervous system, heart and blood system of the body. These properties open the way for treatment for scientists.
Anti-venom is also poisonous
Interestingly, the only effective treatment for snake bite, anti-venom serum, is also prepared from snake venom. That means poison is answered with poison only. Under a controlled process, the poison is purified and then an antidote is made from it, which saves the lives of thousands of snakebite victims.
snake hiding in heart medicines
Many medicines made from snake venom are being used in modern medical science. Medicines like Captopril, given for high blood pressure and heart attack, were developed from the venom of the pit viper found in South America. This drug remains a lifeline for millions of patients around the world. Scientists believe that this is perhaps the most life-saving medicine made from an animal in history.
Role in treatment of blood and brain
The use of snake venom is not limited to the heart only. Some medicines control the process of blood clotting, which provides relief from stroke and blood related diseases. Medicines made from the venom of species such as the Malaysian pit viper and rattlesnake have proven effective in treating brain stroke, heart failure and bleeding during surgery.
From ancient treatment to modern laboratory
History tells that even in ancient times, snake venom was used for treatment. It was used in old anti-venom ointments and medicines. Today the same thinking has returned with new technology in modern labs. Scientists are now studying every small component of the poison, so that the possibilities of new medicines can be explored.
not just snakes
It is also interesting that for treatment, research is being done not only on snakes but also on the poisons of creatures like poisonous lizards, jellyfish, wasps and caterpillars. Work is underway on a medicine for diabetes using the poisonous saliva of the Gila Monster lizard found in America. This shows that the poison hidden in nature can also become a boon for humans.
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