Dorkas
Dorkas Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Dorkas is a proteolytic enzyme preparation used concomitantly with an antibiotic in osteoarticular infections. Serratiopeptidase is under investigation in clinical trial NCT02493179 (Efficacy Evaluation of the (Serodase 5 mg Tablet) in the Treatment of Inflammation After Third Molar Surgery).
Trade Name | Dorkas |
Generic | Serrapeptase |
Serrapeptase Other Names | Serrapeptase, Serratiopeptidase |
Type | Tablet |
Groups | Investigational |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Afive Pharmaceuticals |
Available Country | India |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Dorkas is a protease indicated in the treatment of post-surgical inflammation.
Dorkas is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Inflammation
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FAQ
What is Dorkas used for?
Dorkas is an enzyme that's been used in Japan and Europe for decades for pain and inflammation. It may also decrease your risk of infections, prevent blood clots, and aid certain chronic respiratory diseases.
How safe is Dorkas?
Dorkas is possibly safe for adults when taken by mouth for up to 4 weeks. There isn't enough reliable information to know if Dorkas is safe when taken for longer than 4 weeks.
How does Dorkas work?
Dorkas work by breaking down dead or damaged tissue and fibrin.
What are the common side effects of Dorkas?
Common side effects of Dorkas are include:
- Joint pain.
- Muscle soreness.
- Nausea and stomach pain.
- Poor appetite and weight loss.
- Skin reactions like an itchy rash.
- Cough.
- Blood clotting disruption.
Is Dorkas safe during pregnancy?
There is not enough information about the use of Dorkas during pregnancy. Stay on the safe side and avoid using it.
Is Dorkas safe during breastfeeding?
Dorkas is available as an over-the-counter nutritional supplement. No data are available regarding its entry into milk or potential side effects in breastfeeding infants.
Can I drink alcohol with Dorkas?
Alcohol can damage your liver and make liver Dorkas worse. If your Dorkas is caused by alcohol, you may need to quit drinking permanently. This can help prevent worse liver conditions, such as alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis.
When should be taken of Dorkas?
You should take it on an empty stomach or at least 30 mins before eating or two hours after finishing a meal. Dorkas must be enteric-coated for it to be absorbed.
How quickly does Dorkas work?
Although studies have no evidence that this enzyme is effective for weight loss, its anti-inflammatory and de-clogging properties may help weight loss. When taken as a supplement under medical supervision, you may see results in 4-weeks.
How often can I take Dorkas ?
The usual adult dosage of Dorkas is 10 mg 3 times daily 2 hours after meals. Dorkas has been taken for 1 to 2 weeks as an anti-inflammatory agent and up to 4 weeks as a mucolytic agent.
Can Dorkas cause liver damage?
The Dorkas enzyme may also be difficult for your liver to process if you have cirrhosis or other liver diseases. Dorkas side effects on the liver may make the condition worse.
Can I take Dorkas for a long time?
Clinical studies haven't evaluated the safety of long-term use, so people with long-term chronic inflammatory conditions may want to be particularly cautious.
How much Dorkas can I take daily?
The usual adult dosage of Dorkas is 10 mg 3 times daily (range, 15 to 60 mg/day) 2 hours after meals. Dorkas has been taken for 1 to 2 weeks as an anti-inflammatory agent and up to 4 weeks as a mucolytic agent.
What happens if I take too much Dorkas?
Dangers of Dorkas may include inhibition of the formation of blood clots and, in rare cases, hemorrhages. If you have a health condition that makes clotting difficult or if you're currently on blood thinners or anti-clotting drugs, then Dorkas side effects can be very dangerous.
Is Dorkas good for the heart?
Dorkas support the cardiovascular system, so working them into your daily routine promotes your cardiovascular health.
What happen If I missed dose of Dorkas?
Try not to skip a dose of Dorkas. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
What happens if I overdose of Dorkas?
Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Dorkas.
Does Dorkas thin my blood?
Dorkas is a blood cleaner so it may help to reduce BP slightly, but it is not a blood thinner. After 8/9 months the side benefit is that many of my capillary varicose veins in my legs are gone because of the serra.
Is Dorkas hard on kidneys?
Everything from headaches, diarrhea and nausea to bleeding ulcers and even cartilage damage is possible with prolonged use of NSAIDS. More serious adverse reactions such as blood dyscrasias, kidney damage and cardiovascular effects have been noted.