Pepsin
Drug #1341
Pepsin is a digestive enzyme present in stomach juice. Pepsin is used clinically to aid digestion and absorbtion of food when patients have deficiecy of it secretion.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Natural origin.
Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: Insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Pepsin.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Pepsin is primarily indicated in conditions like Dyspepsia.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
None recorded.
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
None recorded.
Warnings / Precautions
If you are pregnant or lactating, consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Available Brands
Storage Conditions
Pepsin should be stored .
Drug Classification
- 1.17.11 — Digestive enzymes