What is Napepsin? Uses of Napepsin

Napepsin medicine is used in the treatment of mild digestive diseases such as: bloating, anorexia, indigestion, indigestion due to enzyme disorders, poor digestion, raw stool... It is quite benign and has few side effects.

1. What is the use of Napepsin?

Napepsin is a medicine used to treat flatulence, indigestion, anorexia. The drug is prepared in the form of hard capsules with the main ingredients including:
Alpha Amylase (100mg): An enzyme derived from Bacillus subtilis bacteria, has an effective anti-inflammatory effect in the acidic environment of the stomach. , commonly used in the treatment of congestive inflammation of the larynx and mouth; Papain (100mg): Is a very good enzyme for the digestive system, helping to digest protein-rich foods more easily through the mechanism of food breakdown; Simethicone (30mg): Helps reduce the surface tension of gas bubbles in the digestive system, helping to reduce gas in the digestive tract and thereby reducing bloating. With the above 3 ingredients, Napepsin is an effective treatment for patients with anorexia, dyspepsia due to enzyme disorders, poor digestion, flatulence, bloating, and raw stools.

2. Instructions on how to take Napepsin

Napepsin drug is made in the form of capsules, so users absorb it orally. To achieve the highest therapeutic effect, the patient should take the drug after eating, swallow the tablet whole with 1 cup of boiled water to cool, do not break or chew the medicine.
Recommended dose of Napepsin: Take 1 tablet / time, take 2 times a day. Users should follow the doctor's instructions for use to achieve the best treatment effect.

3. Napepsin side effects

Napepsin is well tolerated and rarely causes serious side effects. Only when used in high doses or when used for a long time can cause digestive disorders, increase uric acid and increase blood uric acid. Allergic reactions are also present but occur less frequently.
During treatment with Napepsin, if you notice any abnormal signs, you should consult your doctor for timely and accurate treatment.

4. Notes when taking Napepsin

Contraindicated to use Napepsin for the following cases:
People who are sensitive or allergic to any of its ingredients (especially Alpha Amylase, Papain, Simethicone); Patients with acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis. Napepsin should be used with caution in pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Other notes:
Use Napepsin at the right dose or as directed by your doctor to get the most effective treatment; Do not arbitrarily adjust the dose of Napepsin to speed up the treatment time without the consent of a specialist; Patients should not arbitrarily stop taking the drug but must consult the treating doctor before stopping using the drug; Before using the drug, users should pay attention to the appearance of the drug, if you see unusual signs such as moldy, discolored or deformed, watery, absolutely should not use that medicine anymore.

5. Napepsin drug interactions

During the treatment of digestive diseases, there may be competition or interaction between Napepsin with food or other drugs and functional foods such as: Antacids: Calcium Carbonate or Magnesium Hydroxide with can reduce the beneficial effect of enzymes.
Napepsin medicine is used in the treatment of mild digestive diseases such as: bloating, anorexia, indigestion, indigestion due to enzyme disorders, poor digestion, raw stool... To ensure To ensure the effectiveness of use and avoid side effects, patients need to carefully read the instructions and consult a doctor, professional pharmacist.
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