Tags: Enzyme.
Chymopapain (EC 3.4.22.6 chymopapain A chymopapain B chymopapain S brand name Chymodiactin) is a proteolytic enzyme isolated from the latex of papaya (Carica papaya). It is a medication used to treat herniated lower lumbar discs in the spine. Chymopapain injections are normally given under local rather than general anaesthesia. The dose for a single intervertebral disc is 2 to 4 nanokatals with a maximum dose per patient of 8 nanokatals.