Alpha Choay: Uses and dosages

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Article by Pharmacist Tran Huong Thu - Vinmec Ha Long International General Hospital

Alpha Choay is an enzyme-type anti-inflammatory drug whose main use is to combat edema after injury, surgery, burns... The use of this drug needs to comply with the manufacturer's instructions and your doctor's indications. doctor to ensure the best treatment effect and reduce the risk of unwanted complications.

1. What disease does Alpha Choay treat?

Alpha Choay (tablets) is an anti-inflammatory, edematous drug whose active ingredient is alphachymotrypsin 21 microkatals (5mg). Alpha Choay drug is used to treat edema after injury, surgery, burns...

2. Contraindications of Alpha Choay

According to the doctor, do not use Alpha Choay drug for the following subjects:
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Patients with reduced alpha-1 antitrypsin (people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, nephrotic syndrome).

3. Dosage of Alpha Choay

Alpha Choay is taken orally or sublingually. Dosage for subjects as follows:
Adults: Oral: Take 2 tablets/time x 3-4 times/day, should drink with plenty of water (at least 240ml) to help increase enzyme activity, drink without chewing Sublingual: 4-6 tablets divided evenly throughout the day, let the drug dissolve slowly under the tongue. Children: There are no data on dosing in children. In case of overdose, contact your doctor immediately or take the patient to the emergency room.

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4. Alpha Choay side effects

Alpha Choay users may experience some unwanted side effects in the gastrointestinal tract (rare) such as burning pain and redness in the tongue, flatulence, heaviness in the abdomen, diarrhea, constipation or nausea. .
When you have any side effects of the drug, tell your doctor or pharmacist for timely treatment.

5. Be careful when using Alpha Choay

Use caution when using Alpha Choay in patients with inherited blood clotting disorders such as hemophilia (hemophilia), blood clotting disorders, impending surgery, stomach ulcers, allergic to proteins, women pregnant or breastfeeding. Alpha Choay should not be combined with Acetylcysteine and anticoagulants because of their increased potency. When prescribed medication, the patient should absolutely follow the doctor's instructions on the dose and duration of the drug. When there are warning signs of side effects, patients should consult a doctor for timely advice and support.

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