Serrapeptase Side Effects
Current medical research has virtually no reported signs of side effects from using Serrapeptase. In few rare cases serrapeptase may cause allergic skin reactions. As with all medications, rare cases of other side effects are possible. The Serrapeptase Research Organization has mentioned only a few reported side effects, associated with enzymatic detoxification. If too much of the enzymes are taken too quickly the Serrapeptase can cause the body to detoxify. For this reason, we suggest limiting your dosage to no more than 500,000 SPU’s for the first week, and drinking plenty of water, allowing the body to release any built up toxins.
As with any enzyme or dietary supplement there is always a chance for upset stomach or nausea and gastrointestinal symptoms. Since certain enzymes like serrapeptase are proteolytic (protein digesting) it is not recommended that they be taken with food, as they can digest the food and become weakened before they reach the bloodstream. Therefore if you experience any stomach discomfort try adding the enzymes to applesauce or another low protein medium to coat the stomach.
Consult your Doctor
Serrapeptase side effects and serrapeptase dangers are few. No serious adverse side effects have been reported from taking serrapeptase; however, there are a few potential cautions. A very small number of isolated cases of gastrointestinal irritation and pneumonia have been described in the medical literature [9], mostly in elderly people who have used serrapeptase for a very long time. Consult your doctor if you are taking blood thinners as serrapeptase can enhance or amplify their effectiveness. As serrapeptase is a natural blood thinner combining it with prescriptions blood thinners could cause internal bleeding. Always consult a physician before replacing prescriptions with natural medicines as well.