What Are the Components in Venom That Kill Prey?

The components in venom that kill prey are exactly what makes it possible to target specific illnesses and potentially treat them. Currently, there are at least six different drugs that have been approved by the FDA that are on the market. One is a pain therapy called prealt that they use for chronic pain in HIV and cancer patients. From the Helomonster, there's Exanatide, which is used to lower blood sugar and diabetes.