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Trypsin

INFORMATION ABOUT TRYPSIN

Trypsin Uses

Trypsin is used in the treatment of pain relief and swelling.

How Trypsin works

Trypsin is an enzyme, which breaks down proteins into smaller fragments, thereby making it available for absorption into the blood. Trypsin when applied directly to wounds and ulcers removes dead tissue and improves healing.

Common side effects of Trypsin

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
No common side effects seen
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Last updated
10 Apr 2025 | 04:43 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Trypsin

  • Trypsin helps relieve pain and swelling associated with post-operative wounds and inflammatory diseases.
  • Take it 30 minutes before a meal or as directed by your doctor.
  • Stop using Trypsin at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery as it may interfere with blood clotting.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or problems with your blood clotting mechanism.
  • Trypsin helps relieve pain and swelling associated with post-operative wounds and inflammatory diseases.
  • Take it 30 minutes before a meal or as directed by your doctor.
  • Stop using Trypsin at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery as it may interfere with blood clotting.
  • Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or problems with your blood clotting mechanism.

Frequently asked questions for Trypsin

Trypsin is an enzyme, a protein, an endopeptidase. Trypsin is not a hormone
Trypsin is neither acidic nor basic, it works on optimal operating pH of about 7.5-8.5
Trypsin is a zymogen prior to activation. Trypsin is not a lipase
Yes,trypsin is found in the stomach
Yes, trypsin works in thestomach
Trypsin is not harmful if used as recommended
Trypsin can damage the cells. In case, of any side effects, consult your doctor
Trypsin digests itself
Trypsin digests/breaks down proteins into smaller fragments
Trypsin does not breaks down starch or fats. Trypsin can digest itself
Trypsin does not activate pepsinogen
Trypsin does not cleave histidine
In presence of thecalcium trypsin remains stabilized which possess greater enzyme activity.