Serratiopeptidase

Serratiopeptidase used in inflammation and edema.


Adult Dose
Dose: 5 to 10 mg
Single Dose: 7.5 (7.5)
Frequency: 8 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: Before or after meal.
Neonatal
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Paedriatic
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Characteristics
belongs to Proteolytic Enzyme. It belongs to Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents pharmacological group.
Contraindications
Serratiopeptidase is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity,Coagulation disorder.
Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Serratiopeptidase are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Nausea, Anorexia, Gastrointestinal disturbances.
Indications
Serratiopeptidase is primarily indicated in conditions like Haematoma, Inflammation, Musculoskeletal disorders, Oedema, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Thrombosis, Traumatic injury, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Bronchial asthma, Bronchitis, Tuberculosis.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Serratiopeptidase was found.
Interfrence
Risks
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Tab Store Below 30°C. Protect from Sunlight and Moisture.
Warnings
In patients with blood coagulation adnormalities, severe hepatic and renal disturbances or under treatment with anti-coagulants, should be given under careful observation. Serratiopeptidase may occasionally cause gastro-intestinal disturbances such as anorexia, gastric discomfort and nausea. Administration should be discontinued when hypersensitivity symptoms, such as eruption, appear.
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