Serratiopeptidase

A chemical that’s derived from the silkworm, in many countries, Serratiopeptidase is used as a diet supplement. This medicine is used to manage conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, back pain, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, migraine and tension related headaches as well as carpal tunnel syndrome. Other conditions that involve inflammation and pain such as laryngitis, sinusitis, sore throat, infections of the ear, swelling post-surgery, thrombophlebitis (swelling of the veins along with the clotting of blood) and IBDs such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis can be treated using Serratiopeptidase. In certain cases, Serratiopeptidase is also recommended for heart disorders and atherosclerosis. Among women and nursing mothers, conditions such as fibrocystic breasts (formation of non-malignant lumps in the breasts) and pain related to breast engorgement (marked by the production of excess breast milk) can be remedied with this medicine. The benefits don’t just end here; disorders such as diabetes, asthma and conditions such as ulcers in the legs and empyema (marked by the accumulation of pus) can be treated as well.

Serratiopeptidase works by aiding protein breakdown by the body, thus reducing mucous formation and inflammation.

Pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers should avoid the use of Serratiopeptidase since its efficacy isn’t evaluated properly. If one is suffering from a bleeding disorder, the use of this medicine isn’t recommended because of a few studies that claim that Serratiopeptidase might interfere with the process of blood clotting. If any surgery is scheduled in the near future, this medicine’s use isn’t recommended for two weeks prior to the surgery.

For treating swelling on the insides of the cheek after a sinus surgery, the dosage of Serratiopeptidase is set at 10 mg, thrice daily; one prior to the surgery, then during the evening and finally thrice daily (5 days a week) following the surgery.

Information given here is based on the salt and content of the medicine. Effect and uses of medicine may vary from person to person. It is advicable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Inflammation

  Serratiopeptidase is used to relieve swelling and pain associated with conditions like trauma, arthritis etc.

• Edema

  Serratiopeptidase is also sometimes used along with other medications to reduce fluid accumulation (edema) in the body.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have a known history of allergy to it or any other proteolytic enzymes.

In addition to its intended effect, Serratiopeptidase may cause some unwanted effects too. In such cases, you must seek medical attention immediately. This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

• Allergic skin reaction

• Diarrhea

• Anorexia

• Nausea

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time for which this medicine remains effective is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The time taken for this medicine to show its effect in the body is not clinically established.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medicine by women who are pregnant is not recommended. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate medication that is known to be safe for use.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medicine by women who are breastfeeding is not recommended. Your doctor may prescribe an alternate medication that is known to be safe for use.

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Overdose instructions

  Contact your doctor if an overdose with Serratiopeptidase is suspected.

• India

• United States

• Japan

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Serratiopeptidase as ingredient

• Flanzen 5 MG Tablet

  Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cuzen 10 MG Tablet

  Cubit Healthcare

• Espidase 5 MG Tablet

  Megha Healthcare

• Resolve 10 MG Tablet

  Neuron Pharma (P) Ltd

• Tolpa 10 MG Tablet

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Lyser 10 MG Tablet

  Comed Chemicals Pvt Ltd

• Acceclowoc Sp 100 Mg/500 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Acimol Forte 100 Mg/325 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Leeford Healthcare Ltd

• Lupisera 10 MG Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Zinase-D Tablet

  Rapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Microdase D Tablet

  Winsome Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Sero 10 MG Tablet

  Bal Pharma

• Kineto Forte 15 MG Tablet

  Systopic Laboratories Ltd-Mem

• Emanzen 5 MG Tablet

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Lupisera N Tablet

  Lupin Ltd

• Eclonac Sp Tablet

  Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Biosuganril 5 MG Tablet

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Cipzen 5 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Serrafast 10 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Serazen D 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet

  PCI Pharmaceuticals

• Zencast Sp 100Mg/500Mg/15Mg Tablet

  Bio-Zenesis Healthcare

Serratiopeptidase is a proteolytic enzyme that is extracted from a silkworm. It acts as an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It facilitates the breakdown of proteins and reduces the formation of mucous and relieves inflammation.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Disease

  This medicine should be taken with caution in patients having bleeding disorders. Report any incidence of unusual bruising or bleeding to the doctor.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Report the use of Aspirin or any other medicine taken for blood clotting disorders. You may require a dose adjustment and safety monitoring while taking these medicines together.