Pepsin is a digestive enzyme produced in the stomach, which controls the degradation of proteins in the body, facilitating the digestion process, so pepsin is used in medicines, being indicated to speed up the digestion process, reducing the feeling of discomfort and satiety.
Pepsin can be found in pharmacies, in combination with other substances, in medicines such as Digeplus, for example.
- Pepsin is indicated for the treatment of digestive deficiency of the stomach.
- Gastritis and chronic gastroenteritis.
- Is also used as a reducer of intestinal gases and as an auxiliary treatment for poor digestion.
How pepsin is used depends on its form of presentation, and general adult guidelines include:
However, in all cases it is advisable to consult the instructions or follow the doctor’s instructions.
The main side effects of pepsin-based medications are tremors, dizziness and constipation.
Pepsin is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the active substance or any of the components of the formula, in addition, the use of pepsin in pregnant women without medical advice should be avoided.