Another part of the study involved heating LD50 and LD100 extracts intraperitoneally into animals. In one clinical studym stingray venom was injected into the fingers of healthy adults. Current textbook treatment is based on limited scientific study, case reports, and succesful clinical treatment of many victims. The imperfection of such counsel is realized. General recommendations include aggressive support of airway, breathing, and circulation along with tetanus immunization as for any wound.
Washing is advised to remove toxin from the wound.
Applying warms soaks to the injured body part, as hot as can be tolerated without scalding, for 30-60 min. Warm soaks are advised even if a patient's presentation is delayed, especially if pain is still present. Infiltration with lidocaine or buvivacaine, or administration or parenteral or oral narcotics helps control pain. Antibiotic treatment of acute wound infections should include coverage of skin bacteria and Vibrio species. Trimethoprim0sulfamethoxazole, tetracycline, and ciprofloxin provide Vibrio coverage for wounds treated with oral antibiotics.