Serratiopeptidase
Indications
Serratiopeptidase is used for:
Inflammation and oedema associated with traumatic injury and infection e.g., sinusitis, cystitis, bronchitis.
Adult Dose
By mouth, 5 to 10 mg (10000 to 20000 units) 3 times daily
References:
1. Chappi D M, Suresh KV, Patil MR, Desai R, Tauro DP, Bharani K N S S, et al. Comparison of clinical efficacy of methylprednisolone and serratiopeptidase for reduction of postoperative sequelae after lower third molar surgery. J Clin Exp Dent. 2015 Apr 1;7(2):e197–202
2. Mathew JR. Use of oral enzyme preparations: Is there any evidence? Indian J Plast Surg. 2004 Jan 1;37(1):80
Child Dose
Child (<18 years): Not recommended
Renal Dose
Administration
Take 2 hours after a meal
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity to serratiopeptidase or any of the excipients
Blood coagulation disorder
Precautions
Liver and kidney disease;
Pregnancy, breastfeeding
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Serratiopeptidase :
Skin rash; Gastric discomfort, nausea, vomiting; Anorexia; Hepatitis, Jaundice; Stevens-Johnson’s syndrome, hypersensitivity reaction