Snakebite: Cream Improving Survival Time

[baldhead]

Very interesting research find

"University of Newcastle researchers have found that applying an ointment commonly used to treat angina to snakebite wounds can improve survival times by up to 50%. The study found that applying the cream, which contains glyceryl trinitrate, slows the transport of venom toxins through the lymphatic system into the bloodstream." ( Quoted from ABC Radio story) link below to full story

http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/201 ... 254643.htm

Cheers
Carl

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[Drifting]

I got addicted to owl cam last year- this is WAY better! Thanks!

[lyndoor]

Thanks for the heads up, Carl.
Interesting article. Warrants further investigation....

[sailfish]

Hmm I can see it now, brand name "Snake oil" or perhaps "DeSnake Oil".
Sorry, Just couldn't help myself (slow day) but it does sound very interesting.

Ken