Analgesic from snake venom
AssigneeS.I.S. Shulov Institute for Science Ltd.
InventorsAbaron Shulov, Naftali Primor
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Abstract
A substantially non-toxic fraction isolated from the venom of Vipera xanthina is disclosed which fraction has an analgesic effect. The fraction is preferably purified on an ion exchange column from Vipera xanthina palestinae. Also described are a pharmaceutical composition for use as an analgesic comprising the non-toxic fraction, and a method for the relief of pain comprising administrating the non-toxic fraction.
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An isolated and purified fraction of the venom of Vipera xanthina wherein the fraction is substantially non-toxic and wherein the fraction has a UV absorbency at a wavelength of 280 nm.
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