Muramidase(HCl)
Lysozyme (HCl) is an enzyme mucopolysacchridase that is used for its antimicrobial properties. Lysozyme (HCl) is active especially against gram +ve bacteria, but also active against some viruses and gram -ve bacteria. Lysozyme (HCl) is used as an adjunct in the treatment of herpes zoster and other viral infections and for mouth and respiratory-tract disorders.
Primary Characteristics
Muramidase(HCl) is also known as Lysozyme(HCl), Lysosyme (HCl).
It is of Natural origin and belongs to Mucopolysaccharides.
Non-proprietary name: Muramidase(HCl) · pH: 5.4.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Muramidase(HCl) is primarily indicated in conditions like Advanced breast cancer, Herpes zoster, Mouth infections, Respiratory infection.
Muramidase(HCl) is also indicated for secondary conditions like Viral infection.
Contraindications
Muramidase(HCl) is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Muramidase(HCl)'s dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 20 g/1000kg | 20 g/1000kg | — | PO | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Muramidase(HCl) is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Anorexia , Epidermal necrolysis, Hypersensitivity reactions, Liver dysfunction, Nausea and vomiting, Rashes , Redness, Stomach upset, Stomatitis.
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
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Multi-Ingredient Combinations
Drug Classification
- 1.6.5.1 — Herpes and cytomegalovirus infection
Manufacturers
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