Sacrosidase
Generic Name: sacrosidase
Brand Names:
Sucraid
DESCRIPTION Sacrosidase is an enzyme with the chemical name of β,D-fructofuranoside fructohydrolase. The enzyme is derived from baker’s yeast ( Saccharomyces cerevisiae ). It has been reported that the primary amino acid structure of this protein consists of 513 amino acids with an apparent molecular weight of 100,000 Da for the glycosylated monomer (range 66,000- 116,000 Da).
Overview
DESCRIPTION Sacrosidase is an enzyme with the chemical name of β,D-fructofuranoside fructohydrolase. The enzyme is derived from baker’s yeast ( Saccharomyces cerevisiae ). It has been reported that the primary amino acid structure of this protein consists of 513 amino acids with an apparent molecular weight of 100,000 Da for the glycosylated monomer (range 66,000- 116,000 Da).
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Sucraid ® (sacrosidase) Oral Solution is indicated for the treatment of sucrase deficiency, which is part of congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID), in adult and pediatric patients 5 months of age and older.
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Important Administration Information Administer Sucraid with each meal or snack. Mix Sucraid with cold or room temperature water, milk or infant formula prior to administration. Administration of Sucraid in liquids other than water, milk, or infant formula has not been studied and is not recommended. Do not mix or consume Sucraid with fruit juice. Do not warm or heat the water, milk, or infant formula before or after addition of Sucraid. Administer half of the dose at the beginning of the meal or snack and the other half of the dose during the meal or snack. Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage is: Patients weighing 15 kg and less: 8,500 International Units (1 mL) administered orally with each meal or snack.
Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions associated with the use of sacrosidase were identified in clinical studies or postmarketing reports. Because some of these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. In clinical studies of up to 54 months duration, a total of 52 patients were treated with Sucraid. The reported adverse reactions (number of patients) were as follows: abdominal pain (4), vomiting (3), nausea (2), diarrhea (2), constipation (2), insomnia (1), headache (1), nervousness (1), and dehydration (1). Hypersensitivity reactions (wheezing, rash, and pruritis) have been reported (see WARNINGS).
Interactions
Drug Interactions Fruit Juice The acidity in fruit juice may reduce the enzyme activity in Sucraid. Administration of Sucraid with liquids other than water, milk, or infant formula has not been studied and is not recommended (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, Administration Instructions).
Warnings
WARNINGS Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions Severe hypersensitivity reactions, including wheezing, rash, and pruritis, have been reported with administration of Sucraid. Sucraid contains papain, which is associated with hypersensitivity reactions (see DESCRIPTION). A pediatric patient in the clinical trials experienced a hypersensitivity reaction of severe wheezing that required hospitalization. Postmarketing cases of cutaneous hypersensitivity reactions have also been reported. Instruct patients or caregivers to stop Sucraid and seek medical attention if symptoms suggestive of a hypersensitivity reaction occur. Sucraid is contraindicated in patients who have had a known hypersensitivity reaction (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). CONTRAINDICATIONS Sucraid is contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to yeast, yeast products, glycerin (glycerol), or papain (see WARNINGS).
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sucraid. Sucraid is not expected to cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or to affect reproductive capacity. Sucraid should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
Storage
HOW SUPPLIED 118 mL Multiple-Dose Bottle Sucraid (sacrosidase) Oral Solution is available in 118 mL (4 fluid ounces) multiple-dose translucent plastic bottles, packaged two bottles per carton. Each mL of solution contains 8,500 International Units of sacrosidase. A 1 mL measuring scoop is provided with each bottle. A full measuring scoop is 1 mL.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacrosidase used for?▼
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Sucraid ® (sacrosidase) Oral Solution is indicated for the treatment of sucrase deficiency, which is part of congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID), in adult and pediatric patients 5 months of age and older.
What are the side effects of Sacrosidase?▼
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions associated with the use of sacrosidase were identified in clinical studies or postmarketing reports. Because some of these reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. In clinical studies of up to 54 months duration, a total of 52 patients were treated with Sucraid. The reported adverse reactions (number of patients) were as follows: abdominal pain (4), vomiting (3), nausea (2), diarrhea (2), constipation (2), insomnia (1), headache (1), nervousness (1), and dehydration (1). Hypersensitivity reactions (wheezing, rash, and pruritis) have been reported (see WARNINGS).
Can I take Sacrosidase during pregnancy?▼
Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Sucraid. Sucraid is not expected to cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or to affect reproductive capacity. Sucraid should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.
What are the important warnings for Sacrosidase?▼
WARNINGS Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions Severe hypersensitivity reactions, including wheezing, rash, and pruritis, have been reported with administration of Sucraid. Sucraid contains papain, which is associated with hypersensitivity reactions (see DESCRIPTION). A pediatric patient in the clinical trials experienced a hypersensitivity reaction of severe wheezing that required hospitalization. Postmarketing cases of cutaneous hypersensitivity reactions have also been reported. Instruct patients or caregivers to stop Sucraid and seek medical attention if symptoms suggestive of a hypersensitivity reaction occur. Sucraid is contraindicated in patients who have had a known hypersensitivity reaction (see CONTRAINDICATIONS). CONTRAINDICATIONS Sucraid is contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to yeast, yeast products, glycerin (glycerol), or papain (see WARNINGS).
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