Chymoral Forte

Trypsin Chymotrypsin (50000AU)
Price: ₹250 - ₹300 for 20 tablets (strip)
Mfr: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Form: Enteric-coated Tablet

📋 Clinical Overview

Trypsin Chymotrypsin is a proteolytic enzyme preparation derived from bovine pancreas, standardized to contain 50000 Anti-inflammatory Units (AU). It is a systemic anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, and fibrinolytic agent used primarily to reduce inflammation, swelling, and pain associated with trauma and post-operative conditions. It works by breaking down necrotic tissue, fibrin clots, and exudates, thereby facilitating healing.

💊 Dosage & Administration

Adult: 1 tablet (50000 AU) three to four times daily. For severe conditions, an initial dose of 2 tablets three times daily for the first 2-3 days may be used, followed by maintenance dose.

Note: To be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals, with a full glass of water. Do NOT crush, chew, or break the enteric-coated tablet. Swallow whole.

⚠️ Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to Trypsin, Chymotrypsin, or any other bovine protein.
  • Patients with a history of anaphylaxis to the drug.

🔬 Mechanism of Action

Trypsin and Chymotrypsin are serine endopeptidases that hydrolyze peptide bonds in proteins and polypeptides. Systemically, they reduce inflammation by: 1) Breaking down fibrinogen, fibrin clots, and necrotic tissue, improving microcirculation and reducing edema. 2) Modulating inflammatory cytokines (e.g., reducing TNF-α, IL-6) and promoting the release of anti-inflammatory mediators. 3) Reducing capillary permeability and leukocyte migration to the site of injury. 4) Facilitating the drainage of protein-rich exudates.

🤕 Side Effects

  • Gastrointestinal discomfort (dyspepsia, nausea)
  • Diarrhea or loose stools

🤰 Special Populations

Pregnancy: Category B (Animal studies show no risk, but human studies inadequate). Use only if clearly needed and potential benefit justifies potential risk.

Driving: No known effects on driving ability.

🔄 Drug Interactions

Anticoagulants (Warfarin, Acenocoumarol, Dabigatran, etc.)May potentiate anticoagulant effect, increasing risk of bleeding.Major
Antiplatelet drugs (Aspirin, Clopidogrel)Increased risk of bleeding due to additive effects.Moderate
Other Proteolytic Enzymes (Papain, Bromelain)Additive therapeutic and adverse effects.Moderate
Antibiotics (Tetracyclines, Aminoglycosides)Theoretical interaction - enzymes may affect absorption. Separate administration by 2-3 hours.Minor

🔁 Alternatives to Chymoral Forte

Same composition (Trypsin Chymotrypsin (50000AU)), different brands:

Chymotase Alphazyme Enzomac Forte Chymoflav Forte