Frequently Asked Questions
DOSAGES, CONTRAINDICATIONS & CAUTIONS & MORE INFORMATION
What is the common dosage for Wobenzym, and can
the dosage be different for some people?
Dosage Guidelines are
at the top of the FAQ index page. An effective dosage of
3 tablets 2 times a day
is referenced in the literature. Higher dosages may be used
if clinically indicated. The preponderance of clinical studies has
shown the formulation to be very effective at a dosage of 5 tablets
3 times a day, 7 tablets 3 times a day, and 10 tablets 3 times a
day. The tablets should always be taken at least 45 minutes before a
meal, with a large glass of water. Children’s dosage is based on
weight in kg.
Can someone take too much Wobenzym®?
Overdose with Wobenzym® is practically
impossible. The most common
observed side effect with high dosages is occasional
gastrointestinal symptoms such as increased number of softer bowel
movements, but this effect disappears as soon as the dosage is
reduced, or it will typically decrease in a couple of weeks if the
patients wants to stay on the higher dosage because of the great
therapeutic effects.
How long should someone take Wobenzym®?
The literature has a number of reports of the
best treatment time at which clinical improvement is observed, and I
would have to say I agree with what I have read, based on my
experiences with Wobenzym.
Chronic illnesses, especially those with an autoimmune or immune
senescence component, benefit from long term therapy to maintain
effective immunomodulation. That may be 1 to 2 months for chronic
conditions like gout, eczema or lyphedmema. In aggressive autoimmune
diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, patients benefits from staying
on Wobenzym®, and remain on it for years.
The length of treatment is typically 2 -6 weeks for acute
conditions.
What
about side effects?
An excessive dose may lead to adverse effects in the form
of increased softer bowel movements, but this effect disappears as
soon as the dosage is reduced, or typically decrease in a couple of
weeks if the patients wants to stay on the higher dosage because of
the great therapeutic effects.
Occasionally, temporary aggravation of symptoms may occur at the
beginning of treatment in chronic diseases. Based on current
experience and review of the literature, such a transient
aggravation is regarded as a positive reaction of the body to the
therapy in most cases. In such an event, administration of the drug
should not be discontinued but a possible temporary reduction in
dosage should be considered.
Is there a chance of allergy to
systemic enzyme formulations?
People with known allergies to any specific ingredient in any
product should of course avoid the product. If there is a know
allergy to papaya, consider a formulation without papaya. It should
be noted that there may be some cross reactivity between papaya,
avocados, potatoes, bananas, tomatoes, chestnuts and kiwi fruit
allergies as well as latex allergies, so an allergy to any of these
foods or substances may indicate an allergy to the other foods or
substances. Individuals with allergies should always seek the
approval of their healthcare professional before starting any
supplement program.
How
long can systemic enzyme therapy drugs be taken for?
No adverse effects have been observed even when higher doses of
enzyme preparations were administered for a long time.
How
are systemic enzyme therapy drugs administered?
The tablets need to be swallowed, without chewing, on an
empty stomach, i.e. at least 45 minutes before the next meal or at
least 2 hours after the last meal and rinsed down with plenty of
liquid (at least 250 ml).
May
systemic enzyme therapy be used by children?
The enzyme preparations may be given to children after a
consultation with a physician who will prescribe the dosage. The
literature reveals children respond very well.
If
someone has more questions, or wants more information, where can
they get it?
They should first talk to their physician, pharmacist of
health consultant. They can also find more information can be found
at
www.SystemicEnzymeSupport.org, a non-commercial a health
education and wellness promotion website dedicated to teaching the
clinical efficacy of systemic enzyme support.
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