Antiserum IP is a medication used to treat envenomation caused by bites. It is also known as or antivenin. This is produced by immunizing animals, such as horses or sheep, with small amounts of . The animals immune systems produce antibodies against the . These antibodies are then extracted from the animals blood, purified, and formulated into antivenom. Different species have different, and the antiserum must match the to be effective. Antiserum IP contains specific antibodies that bind to and neutralize the toxins, preventing them from causing further harm.