Enzictra DS Tablet 10'S

Introduction About ENZICTRA DS TABLET

ENZICTRA DS TABLET contains Bromelain, Papain, Rutoside, and Trypsin which belongs to the group of medicines called Plant derivatives, and Proteolytic enzyme. It is used in the management of inflammation associated with conditions like post-operative (wound after any surgical procedures which is characterised by pain and redness), and traumatic or injury conditions, rheumatic & degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis, strain, sprains, and sports injury, low back pain, and spondylopathies. Arthritis is the tenderness or swelling of one or more joints characterized by pain, stiffness, and reduced movements.

ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having liver, and kidney problems and any scheduled surgery. ENZICTRA DS TABLET should be used with caution in patients having asthma. ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy and it should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. ENZICTRA DS TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children who are at the age of breastfeeding.

The safety and efficacy of ENZICTRA DS TABLET have not been establishes in children below 18 years of age. The most common side effects of taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET are a burning sensation and constipation. Consult your doctor for advice if any of these worsen or don’t improve.

Uses Of ENZICTRA DS TABLET

• Manage post-operative and traumatic or injury conditions
• Manage rheumatic & degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis
• Manage strain, sprains, and sports injury, low back pain, and spondylopathies

How ENZICTRA DS TABLET Works

ENZICTRA DS TABLET helps in managing inflammation associated with various conditions where Bromelain works by inhibiting the substances like prostaglandins, bradykinin and proinflammatory cytokines which are responsible for causing inflammation and thereby speed up the wound healing process.

Papain with its anti-inflammatory effect reduces fluid retention and swelling. Trypsin resolves the signs and symptoms of inflammation by removing the dead tissue cells at the site of trauma and helps in the formation of new tissue or skin growth. Rutoside is an antioxidant, it also restores the strength of blood vessel wall which decrease their ability to break down.

How to use ENZICTRA DS TABLET

Take ENZICTRA DS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of ENZICTRA DS TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of ENZICTRA DS TABLET

How To Manage Side Effects

Constipation

Eat plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult with your physician.

Breastfeeding

Use with Caution

ENZICTRA DS TABLET should be taken with caution in a breastfeeding women. Consult with your physician before taking it.

Kidney

Contraindicated

ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having kidney problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

Liver

Contraindicated

ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having liver problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take ENZICTRA DS TABLET if you are allergic to Bromelain, Papain, Rutoside, Trypsin or latex or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Lungs

Use with Caution

ENZICTRA DS TABLET should be taken with caution in patients having asthma. Consult your doctor for advice.

Use In Pediatrics

Contraindicated

ENZICTRA DS TABLET is generally not recommended for use in children who are at the age of breastfeeding. The safety and efficacy of ENZICTRA DS TABLET have not been established in children below 18 years of age. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Use In Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

There is no information available on the use of ENZICTRA DS TABLET in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:

• medicines used to manage clotting of blood (Ex. heparin, warfarin, clopidogrel)
• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, naproxen and opioids like codeine (used to reduce pain)
• antibiotics like tetracycline, and amoxicillin (used to manage infections)
• chemotherapy drugs like 5-fluorouracil, vincristine (used in cancer management)
• ACE inhibitors like captopril, and lisinopril (used to maintain blood pressure)
• lorazepam, benzodiazepines like diazepam (medicines used to induce sleep)
• antidepressants like doxepin (used to reduce depression)
• barbiturates like phenobarbital (used to manage epilepsy or fits)

B. Drug - Food interaction:

Do not take ENZICTRA DS TABLET if you are allergic to foods like pineapple, wheat, celery, fennel, carrot, grass pollen or cypress pollen. Consult your doctor before taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of ENZICTRA DS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep ENZICTRA DS TABLET out of reach from children
• Store ENZICTRA DS TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About ENZICTRA DS TABLET

Q: What are the uses of ENZICTRA DS TABLET?

A: ENZICTRA DS TABLET is used in the management of inflammation associated with the following conditions:

• post-operative and traumatic or injury conditions
• rheumatic & degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, and osteoporosis
• strain, sprains, and sports injury, low back pain, and spondylopathies

Q: Can ENZICTRA DS TABLET be used in a pregnant woman?

A: ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use during pregnancy. ENZICTRA DS TABLET should be used with caution in a breastfeeding woman. Consult with your physician.

Q: Is there any food restrictions while taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET?

A: Do not take ENZICTRA DS TABLET if you are allergic to foods like pineapple, wheat, celery, fennel, carrot, grass pollen or cypress pollen. Consult your doctor before taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET.

Q: Does ENZICTRA DS TABLET causes diarrhoea?

A: Yes, ENZICTRA DS TABLET may cause diarrhoea. Eat plenty of fiber rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, and cereals and drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly.

Q: What precaution needs to be taken while taking ENZICTRA DS TABLET?

A: ENZICTRA DS TABLET is not recommended for use if any surgery has been scheduled for you. You should avoid taking it at least two weeks before the surgery. Consult your doctor before taking it.

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Author Details

Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R - BDS

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Srikar Modepu - MBBS, MD (Diabetology)

Last updated on 04 Mar 2023 | 06:15 PM(IST)