Serratiopeptidase (Serratiopeptidase)
Overview of Serratiopeptidase
Serratiopeptidase used in inflammation and edema.
Indication of Serratiopeptidase
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.
Contraindication of Serratiopeptidase
Serratiopeptidase is contraindicated in conditions like Coagulation disorder,Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Serratiopeptidase
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.
Precautions of Serratiopeptidase
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.