According to mayoclinic.org:

• Try to remember the snake's color and shape so that you can describe it to the doctor. Identifying the type of snake will help in treatment of the snakebite.
• Don't drink caffeine or alcohol because that can speed up the body's absorption of snake venom.
• Immediately remove tight clothing and jewelry before your body starts to swell.
• Don't cut the snakebite wound or make an attempt to remove the venom. Clean the snakebite wound, but don't flush it with water. Cover the wound with a clean, dry dressing. Don't use a tourniquet or apply ice to the wound.
• If possible position the snakebite victim so that the bite is at or below the level of the victim's heart.

Source: https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-snake-bites/basics/art-20056681

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