Table of contents:
- What Drug Chymotrypsin?
- What is chymotrypsin for?
- How is chymotrypsin used?
- How is chymotrypsin stored?
- Chymotrypsin dosage
- What is the dose of chymotrypsin for adults?
- What is the dose of chymotrypsin for children?
- In what dosage is chymotrypsin available?
- Chymotrypsin side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to chymotrypsin?
- Chymotrypsin Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using chymotrypsin?
- Is chymotrypsin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Chymotrypsin Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with chymotrypsin?
- Can food or alcohol interact with chymotrypsin?
- What health conditions can interact with chymotrypsin?
- Chymotrypsin overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What Drug Chymotrypsin?
What is chymotrypsin for?
Chymotrypsin is a proteolytic enzyme that is obtained from extracts of bovine pancreas. Enzymes themselves are substances that speed up certain chemical reactions in the body.
This medication is used orally or by injection to reduce redness and swelling associated with a pocket of infection (abscess), ulcers, surgery, or injury. In addition, this drug is also used to help loosen mucus in asthma, bronchitis, lung disease, and sinusitis.
This medication is also sometimes inhaled or applied to the skin (used topically) to relieve pain and inflammation from wounds. Chymotrypsin is often used after cataract surgery to reduce damage to the eye.
How is chymotrypsin used?
Read the drug's guide and the Patient Information Leaflet provided by the pharmacy, if available, before you get this medication and each time you buy it again. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
How is chymotrypsin stored?
Guidelines for storing the drug chymotrypsin are:
- This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places.
- Don't keep it in the bathroom.
- Don't freeze it.
- Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules.
- Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
- Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so.
- Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed.
- Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Chymotrypsin dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of chymotrypsin for adults?
The dosage for each person is different. Therefore, always consult a doctor before you use this drug to treat certain conditions,
What is the dose of chymotrypsin for children?
There is no dosage provision for children (under 18 years).
In what dosage is chymotrypsin available?
Chymotrypsin dosage forms are:
- Tablet
- Liquid medicine
- Capsule
- Powder medicine
- Injection
- Chewable tablets
- Cream
Chymotrypsin side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to chymotrypsin?
Some of the side effects that may occur when taking the drug chymotrypsin are;
- Chymotrypsin can cause side effects when used in the eye, including increased pressure in the eye and other eye conditions such as uveitis, paralysis of the iris, and keratitis.
- In some cases, a person may also experience a severe allergic reaction from the components contained in the drug.
Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Chymotrypsin Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using chymotrypsin?
Before determining to use a particular drug, make sure that the benefits of the drug far outweigh the risks of the drug. This decision will be taken by you and your doctor.
Is chymotrypsin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There is not yet sufficient information about the safety of using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Chymotrypsin Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with chymotrypsin?
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
Can food or alcohol interact with chymotrypsin?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions can interact with chymotrypsin?
Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.
Chymotrypsin overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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