CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE

Overview

CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE is a Schedule H drug.
Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is made from a mixture of proteins derived from a certain bacteria. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is used to treat Dupuytren’s contracture in adults. This condition causes an abnormal thickening of the tissue in the palm of the hand. This condition may get worse over time and form a "cord" in your palm, causing a permanent bend in your finger. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is also used to treat a related condition called Peyronie’s disease in adult men. This condition causes scar tissue or "plaque" to develop under the skin of the penis, resulting in an abnormal curving of the penis during erection. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum is available for Peyronie’s disease only from a certified pharmacy under a special program called Xiaflex REMS. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks of taking collagenase clostridium histolyticum. It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the palpable cord with a contracture of a metacarpophalangeal (MP) joint or a proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint.

Usage

CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE is generally used to treat: Dupuytren’s Contracture, Peyronie Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women, and in patients with bleeding problems. Avoid excess dosage.

Common Side-Effects

CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE : Easy Bruising, Hands Swelling, Penis Itching, Penis Pain, Penis Swelling

Technical Classification

CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS UNCATEGORIZED AGENTS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE as Ingredient

SALUTYL CRMCLOSTRIDIUM HISTOLYTICUM COLLAGENASE 250 U