Animal venoms have evolved over millions of years for prey capture and defense from
predators and rivals. Snake venoms, in particular, have evolved a wide diversity of peptides …

Mast cells are tissue-resident immune cells that release immuno-modulators, chemo-
attractants, vasoactive compounds, neuropeptides and growth factors in response to …

Snakebite accidents are considered serious public health problems. They are often
neglected, and individuals who have received insufficient treatment are subjected to various …

ABSTRACT Introduction: The Russell's Viper (RV)(Daboia russelii), a category I medically
important snake, is responsible for a significant level of morbidity and mortality in the Indian …

Importance Bothropsvenom acts almost immediately at the bite site and causes tissue
damage. Objective To investigate the feasibility and explore the safety and efficacy of low …

ABSTRACT Introduction The 'Big Four'venomous snakes–Daboia russelii, Naja naja,
Bungarus caeruleus, and Echis carinatus–are primarily responsible for the majority of snake …

Snake venoms are substances mostly composed by proteins and peptides with high
biological activity. Local and systemic effects culminate in clinical manifestations induced by …

Snake venom metalloproteinases (SVMPs) play an important role in local tissue damage of
snakebite patients, mostly by hydrolysis of basement membrane (BM) components. We …

Background Venoms are the secretions produced by animals, generally for the purpose of
self-defense or catching a prey. Biochemically venoms are mainly composed of proteins …

Inflammation is a protective reaction of the microcirculation. However, sustained
inflammation can lead to undesired effects. Thuja occidentalis Linn has many …