Chymopapain

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Chymopapain (Brand name: Chymodiactin) is a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the latex of papaya (Carica papaya), it is a medication used to treat slipped (herniated) lower lumbar discs in the spine.[1]. Chymopapain injections should preferably be given under local, rather than general, anaesthesia. The dose for a single intervertebral disc is 2 to 4 nanokatals, with a maximum dose per patient of 8 nanokatals.

The sale and distribution of Chymopapain was discontinued in the United States on January 27, 2003. [2]

Side Effects

Serious side effects from the use of Chymopapain include anaphylaxis, paralysis of the legs, or death. [3]

References

  1. Chymopapain Injection from MedicineNet
  2. [http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR600373]
  3. [http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/drug-information/DR600373]

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