MotherGoose Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Hi, I was bitten by a copperhead snake three weeks ago. I received ten vials antivenin, and it was a severe envenomation, meaning that the snake put his full load into me, and it was a large snake. I'm better, but not well. Snake toxin can attack kidneys and liver. I don't think there is anything WRONG with my organs--hospital checked all that out. But after having all that go through me, plus all the narcotics and OTC pain pills and three weeks of antibiotics....any ideas on what to use herbally to help it along? And I was told by another doctor to not take NSAIDS becuase it impedes the removal of the venom from the body. Been loving me some alleve!! So any suggestions, particularly brands to buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethel Mertz Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Yikes! For the liver: Milk Thistle supplement. You might also look into therapeutic massage and/or acupuncture. Hope you're better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmseB Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 And I was told by another doctor to not take NSAIDS becuase it impedes the removal of the venom from the body. Been loving me some alleve!! Wait, you do know Aleve is an NSAID, right? Sorry I'm not much help. I run fast and far from any product claiming detox or cleanse properties, especially if they claim to cleanse specific organs. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I don't have any advice, but WOW! Sorry you had to go through that, but glad you're okay! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Healthy whole foods and lots of plain water for your poor organs. Probiotics to counter the antibiotics, along with eating live culture yogurt, garlic, and almonds. EmseB is correct, Aleve is an NSAID. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Ds is on meds that are taxing to his liver and his labs improved after adding milk thistle to his line up. That said, I would almost be afraid to add anything to your body. I would be more apt to just eat and drink super clean. Lots of water, fruit and veggies, maybe stay lowish protein. My hesitation with herbals is that there is still a mechanism in which they work, which is often not understood/studied. So you may help your liver to the detriment of some other system. If you want to add herbals, I would try to find a professional to guide you. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I am similarly on medication that requires regular kidney and liver checkups. Sassenach is right on; taking herbs without fully understanding all of the implications is unwise. A lot of the traditional tonics for liver and kidney also function as diuretics. Eating very clean and drinking water will help your body's efforts to work things out on their own. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 Wait, you do know Aleve is an NSAID, right? Sorry I'm not much help. I run fast and far from any product claiming detox or cleanse properties, especially if they claim to cleanse specific organs. Yes, sorry that wasn't clear. I was mad that the alleve I was taking instead of Percocet was not good. I'm pretty much past needing anything for pain now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 I have quite a counsel of herbalists that I can ask. Give me an hour or two and I'll have some good answers for you! Wow! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 Yikes! For the liver: Milk Thistle supplement. You might also look into therapeutic massage and/or acupuncture. Hope you're better soon. Thanks! The first review on Amazon was from someone bitten by a copperhead 😂 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 24, 2017 Author Share Posted October 24, 2017 I have quite a counsel of herbalists that I can ask. Give me an hour or two and I'll have some good answers for you! Wow!Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Not sure about what to ingest (aside from water), but I've read that yoga, certain positions, can help aid in liver function. Hopefully someone with greater knowledge of this will weigh in. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiana Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Milk thistle saved one of our cows who had a seriously damaged liver after ingesting something. I forgot what she ate, it was a while ago. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Coffee is good for your liver, too. But Milk Thistle and Dandelion Root are the classics. I don't think I would start them just now, though. You're in such an unusual circumstance that they might boomerang in a way that they usually don't. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Here's the first advice I received from my shout out to my herbalist counsel: "The best thing to use on snake bites is nopales. Have her look up Doug Simons who has extensive knowledge on the use of nopales for venomous bites. I would also look into taking calendula and plantain internally. Calendula is draining and plantain is drawing( draws out) Also use mucilaginous herbs like mallow, drink lots of water and eat lots of fiber." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 More advice: "Support the liver big time. Milk Thistle, Turmeric, and leafy green (dark green) vegetables. Suppoer the kidneys: think Nettles seed and Reishi." FYI, I'm just copying and pasting what they write. I take no responsiblity for spelling and grammar! :coolgleamA: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted October 24, 2017 Share Posted October 24, 2017 Someone else recommended checking out this site for some good info. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 Thank You all for yOur advice. I will look into it further. So far I'm doing water, greens, and using this as an excuse to drink lots of coffee! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotherGoose Posted October 25, 2017 Author Share Posted October 25, 2017 It's interesting I've been craving greens and I have a lovely supply of them in my garden, just have to get past the fear of another snakebite. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted October 25, 2017 Share Posted October 25, 2017 Thank You all for yOur advice. I will look into it further. So far I'm doing water, greens, and using this as an excuse to drink lots of coffee! Careful with the coffee consumption. Caffeine is hard on the liver, and the adrenals. You're goal is to FLUSH the venom (toxins) from your system. Drink lots of WATER (toss in some fruit for flavor, if needed). Best to stay away from alcohol right now too. You need to do everything you can to support and flush your liver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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