Tab. Chymosin

Trypsin and Chymotrypsin present in Chymosin are active enzymes (substances that speed up chemical reactions of the body). These enzymes have anti-inflammatory, anti-oedematous, anti-oxidant and fibrinolytic properties which help in resolving signs of inflammation and thus speeding up the recovery.

MECHANISM OF ACTION

Proteolytic Action: Chymosin causes proteolysis by breaking down proteins into peptones and into smaller fragments called amino acids. The peptones and amino acids are absorbed by the cells of the small walls.

Fibrinoytic Action: It facilitates the action of fibrolytic agent “PLASMIN” that restores circulation, resolving edema and hematoma. It promotes phagocytosis to remove debris.

Vascular Response Modulator: the drug increases the levels of APR which minimizes the necrotic damage and scarring.

Modulation of inflammation: the drug reduces the proinflammatory mediators. The fibrin blocked microcirculation could be cleared earlier by the administration of the enzymes and hence the inflammation resolves quicker and healing commences at an early stage.

INGREDIENTS:

Each enteric-coated tablet contains :

100,000 USP Units of Enzymatic Activity

Benifits:

Chymosin is used to treat inflammatory symptoms (pain, swelling) and promotes speedy recovery of tissue injury. It is commonly used in the treatment and prevention of:

• Oedema (swelling) due to inflammation and trauma
• Surgical trauma
• Hematomas
• Burns
• Cataract surgery
• Asthma, bronchitis (to help thinning of mucus and thus helping in its removal)
• Muscle or joint injury associated with swelling
• After Caesarean delivery
• In dentistry following a tooth extraction or in cases of periapical infection

Direction to Use

• Chymosin tablets are usually well absorbed orally and should be directly swallowed with water in one go without crushing.
• The tablet must be taken half an hour before meals or as directed by the physician.
• It is always advisable to take Chymosin  tablets at evenly spaced intervals to maintain a certain amount of drug in the body at all times.

Side Effects

Few patients may show side effects which may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Stomach ache
• Bloating
• Increased eye pressure
• Eye swelling
• Allergic reactions (rarely)