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Forensic Medicine Toxicology - 3 199562f6

The following is true regarding this snake except?

A
The venom is neurotoxic
B
Indian Antisnake venom is effective in this bite
C
Viviparous
D
DIC is common
High-Yield Explanation
The picture shows diamond shaped marks one on the top and two on the sides. It is Russel viper so it contains hemotoxic venom so first option is wrong. Indian anti venom snake is effective against common cobra, Krait , Russel viper and saw scaled viper. So 2nd option is true. Viper is viviparous as it gives bih to young ones. DIC is a common manifestation and also causes renal failure.

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