Proteolytic enzyme (anti-inflammatory enzyme)
Last reviewed July 2026
Who is this for?
Trypsin and Chymotrypsin is a combination of natural enzymes (proteins that speed up body processes) that helps reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain by breaking down damaged tissue and helping your body heal faster.
Cleaves fibrin, collagen, and other extracellular proteins at the site of inflammation, reducing edema and promoting tissue remodeling while activating the fibrinolytic cascade to resolve swelling and accelerate wound healing.
Available Over The Counter
Get this from any pharmacy or chemist: no prescription needed.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for it.
Always buy from a trusted pharmacy: brands like Chymojek, Timoral, Reemoral, and Aloemoral are well-known in Nigeria, so avoid unregistered versions from roadside sellers. Do not crush or chew the tablet; swallowing it whole is important for it to work properly. If swelling does not improve after a few days, see your doctor rather than increasing the dose on your own.
If you are taking blood-thinning drugs like warfarin or aspirin, this combination may increase the risk of bleeding, so tell your doctor. Antibiotics like tetracycline may interact with these enzymes, so space them apart or ask your pharmacist. Avoid taking with alcohol as it may worsen stomach irritation.
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Is it safe to take Trypsin; with your other drugs?
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not take this drug unless a doctor specifically prescribes it, as safety has not been fully established.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near a window. Keep the tablets in their original pack and away from moisture. Always keep out of reach of children.
For information only: not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under, especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.