Syrup Presentation
Each 5 ml Contains:
Alpha Amylase IP 100 mg
( Bacterial 1:800)
Papain IP 50 mg
This composition of enzymes used together to improve digestion.
Indications
- Aids in digestion
- Sore throat
- Throat swelling
- In herpes zoster
- psoriasis
About Composition
Alpha Amylase:
It is the major enzyme present in the saliva. It helps in the breakdown of the starch. Alpha amylase is activated in the slightly alkaline pH
It works by breaking of the starch molecules into smaller pieces with glucose units
Papain:
It is the digestive enzyme obtained from the papaya
The papain works by breaking the peptic bond with the use of deprotonated cysteine, which attacks by nucleophilic reaction
In immunology papain exerts its action by cleaving the antibody portion from the antigen -antibody complex
Side Effects
- Mild irritation in the skin
- Burning sensation
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in people with known hypersensitivity
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Contraindicated during breastfeeding
Drug Interaction
- Topical thiomersal
- Silver sulfadiazine
Storage
Store this syrup at room temperature
Caution
Keep it reach out of children