Sepzy
Sepzy Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Sepzy 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 | Sepzy |
Generic | Serrapeptase |
Serrapeptase Other Names | Serrapeptase, Serratiopeptidase |
Type | Tablet |
Groups | Investigational |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Zybax Pharmaceuticals |
Available Country | India |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Sepzy is a protease indicated in the treatment of post-surgical inflammation.
Sepzy is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Inflammation
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FAQ
What is Sepzy used for?
Sepzy 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 Sepzy?
Sepzy is possibly safe for adults when taken by mouth for up to 4 weeks. There isn't enough reliable information to know if Sepzy is safe when taken for longer than 4 weeks.
How does Sepzy work?
Sepzy work by breaking down dead or damaged tissue and fibrin.
What are the common side effects of Sepzy?
Common side effects of Sepzy 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 Sepzy safe during pregnancy?
There is not enough information about the use of Sepzy during pregnancy. Stay on the safe side and avoid using it.
Is Sepzy safe during breastfeeding?
Sepzy 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 Sepzy?
Alcohol can damage your liver and make liver Sepzy worse. If your Sepzy 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 Sepzy?
You should take it on an empty stomach or at least 30 mins before eating or two hours after finishing a meal. Sepzy must be enteric-coated for it to be absorbed.
How quickly does Sepzy 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 Sepzy ?
The usual adult dosage of Sepzy is 10 mg 3 times daily 2 hours after meals. Sepzy has been taken for 1 to 2 weeks as an anti-inflammatory agent and up to 4 weeks as a mucolytic agent.
Can Sepzy cause liver damage?
The Sepzy enzyme may also be difficult for your liver to process if you have cirrhosis or other liver diseases. Sepzy side effects on the liver may make the condition worse.
Can I take Sepzy 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 Sepzy can I take daily?
The usual adult dosage of Sepzy is 10 mg 3 times daily (range, 15 to 60 mg/day) 2 hours after meals. Sepzy 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 Sepzy?
Dangers of Sepzy 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 Sepzy side effects can be very dangerous.
Is Sepzy good for the heart?
Sepzy support the cardiovascular system, so working them into your daily routine promotes your cardiovascular health.
What happen If I missed dose of Sepzy?
Try not to skip a dose of Sepzy. 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 Sepzy?
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 Sepzy.
Does Sepzy thin my blood?
Sepzy 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 Sepzy 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.