How to Use Meat Tenderizer to Neutralize a Spider Bite

The old wives' tales about using meat tenderizer to cure a spider bite have actually proven to be true. Papain, the active ingredient in meat tenderizer, also has the power to break down the protein in the venom of a spider bite. Although not a sufficient treatment for severe bites and stings, it's a quick, easy and effective treatment for minor ones.

Things You'll Need

• Antibacterial soap
• Wash cloth
• Meat tenderizer
• Cotton balls
• Bowl
• Ice cubes
• Adhesive bandage

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Instructions

• 1

  In a small bowl, make a paste of meat tenderizer and water. Soak one or two cotton balls in the paste for at least two minutes.

• 2

  While the cotton balls are soaking, gently wash the bite area with antibacterial soap and a wash cloth. Be careful not to further irritate the skin.

• 3

  Rub the area with one of the cotton balls. This should begin to alleviate the pain from the bite.

• 4

  Rub the infected area with an ice cube. This will help reduce the swelling.

• 5

  Cover loosely with an adhesive bandage.