Uses of Katrypsin Fort

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1. What is Katrypsin Fort?

Katrypsin Fort 8400IU has the main active ingredient is Alpha-chymotrypsin, the drug is prepared in the form of tablets with a content of 8.4mg. Alpha-chymotrypsin is a proteolytic enzyme, prepared by activating chymotrypsinogen extracted from bovine pancreas. Alpha-chymotrypsin has a selective catalytic effect on the chain linkages of aromatic amino acids (phenylalamine, tyrosin, tryptophan, methionine, norleucin and norvalin).
Alpha-chymotrypsin is used to treat inflammatory edema and abscesses or ulcers; after injury or after surgery. In addition, Alpha-chymotrypsin also helps to loosen upper respiratory tract secretions in patients with bronchial asthma, bronchitis, lung diseases and sinusitis.

2. Indications and contraindications of the drug Katrypsin Fort

2.1. Indications of the drug Katrypsin Fort The drug Katrypsin Fort 8400 IU is indicated for the treatment of edema after burns, surgery, and trauma.
2.2. Contraindications of the drug Katrypsin Fort People who are allergic or hypersensitive to Alpha-chymotrypsin or any ingredient of the drug Katrypsin Fort. Patients with reduced Alpha-1 antritrypsin, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, nephrotic syndrome are the target groups at high risk of decreased Alpha-1 antritrypsin.

3. How to take Katrypsin Fort 8400 IU

Patients need to take Katrypsin Fort orally or sublingually.
Katrypsin Fort is used according to the doctor's prescription, so the patient is not allowed to self-medicate.
Oral use: take 1 tablet / time x 3-4 times / day. Sublingual: 2 - 3 tablets divided evenly during the day (Patients should pay attention to let the tablet dissolve gradually under the tongue) Currently, there are no reports of Alpha-chymotrypsin overdose in humans. However, the drug can cause anaphylaxis. Treatment of overdose Katrypsin Fort is mainly symptomatic and supportive.

4. Undesirable effects when using Katrypsin Fort

The most common adverse effect of Katrypsin Fort is transient increase in intraocular pressure. This effect is caused by the destruction of Zin ligament debris, blocking the bundle network. Alpha-chymotrypsin is antigenic, sometimes allergic manifestations can occur. When experiencing undesirable effects of Katrypsin Fort, patients need to stop using the drug and go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

5. Precautions when using Katrypsin Fort

Because Alpha-chymotrypsin has the potential to cause vitreous loss, it should not be used in cataract surgery in patients under 20 years of age. Do not use Katrypsin Fort for patients with increased vitreous pressure and open wounds, patients with congenital cataracts. Ability to drive and use machines: Katrypsin Fort can be used by people who drive and operate machines. Pregnant women: Up to now, no harmful effects have been recorded when using Alpha-chymotrypsin in pregnant women, so it can be used in this population. Lactation: There are no adequate research data, so it is not recommended to use the drug in women who are breast-feeding.

6. Katrypsin Fort drug interactions

Alpha-chymotrypsin is often used in combination with other enzyme drugs to increase the effectiveness of treatment. In addition, patients need to have a balanced diet, supplement with vitamins and mineral salts to increase the activity of Alpha-chymotrypsin. Alpha-chymotrypsin and Acetylcysteine ​​should not be used at the same time, which has the effect of dissolving phlegm in the lungs. Anticoagulants: Concomitant administration of alpha-chymotrypsin increases the effectiveness of these drugs. The drug Katrypsin Fort has the main active ingredient is Alpha-chymotrypsin, used in the treatment of edema after trauma, burns or after surgery. For effective use and to avoid possible unwanted effects, it is best to consult your doctor before using the drug.
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