| Amylase Pharmacology |
| Amylase |
| About Amylase |
| Glycoside hydrolase enzyme. |
| Mechanism of Action of Amylase |
| Amylase is a glycoside hydrolase enzyme that break down starch into glucose molecules. |
| Pharmacokinets of Amylase |
| N/A |
| Onset of Action for Amylase |
| N/A |
| Duration of Action for Amylase |
| N/A |
| Half Life of Amylase |
| N/A |
| Side Effects of Amylase |
| 1.Nausea 2.Cramping 3.Diarrhoea 4.Hyperuricosuria 5.Hyperuricemia (in high doses) |
| Contra-indications of Amylase |
| 1.Hypersensitive to Pork. 2.Acute pancreatitis |
| Special Precautions while taking Amylase |
| Contents irritating to mucosa |
| Pregnancy Related Information |
| Use with caution |
| Old Age Related Information |
| Use with caution |
| Breast Feeding Related Information |
| Use with caution |
| Children Related Information |
| Use with caution |
| Indications for Amylase |
| 1.Pancreatic insufficiency |
| Interactions for Amylase |
| N/A |
| Typical Dosage for Amylase |
| As directed by the Physician |
| Schedule of Amylase |
| N/A |
| Storage Requirements for Amylase |
| Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children. |
| Effects of Missed Dosage of Amylase |
| Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose. |
| Effects of Overdose of Amylase |
| Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. |