Enzyme inhibitor (protease inhibitor)
Last reviewed June 2026
Who is this for?
Ulinastatin is an enzyme inhibitor drug given by injection that works by calming down your body's overactive inflammatory and immune responses, helping to protect your organs from damage during serious illness.
Inhibits serine proteases (including trypsin, plasmin, and kallikrein) by binding to their active sites, thereby suppressing the inflammatory cascade, limiting tissue damage, and preventing the progression of systemic inflammatory responses in acute pancreatitis, sepsis, and perioperative organ injury.
Prescription Required
You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
Explore this drug
This drug is NOT a tablet — it is given as an injection or IV drip (infusion) by a doctor or nurse in a hospital. The usual adult dose is 100,000 units given into a vein 1 to 3 times daily, depending on how serious your condition is. You cannot take this at home by yourself.
Since this drug is given by hospital staff through a drip or injection, missed doses are unlikely. If you think a dose was skipped, let your nurse or doctor know immediately so they can sort it out.
This is a hospital-only drug — do not buy from roadside sellers, pharmacies, or try to inject yourself at home. Only accept it in a proper hospital or clinic where a trained healthcare worker administers it. In Nigeria, this drug is available as U-Tryp Injection — make sure the packaging is intact and not expired before use.
Ulinastatin may interact with blood-thinning drugs like heparin or warfarin, so your doctor needs to know if you are on any of these. It may also interact with other enzyme-based drugs. Always tell your doctor about every medication you are currently taking.
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Is it safe to take Ulinastatin with your other drugs?
The safety of ulinastatin during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not fully established — it should only be used if your doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C — Nigerian heat can spoil this drug, so refrigeration is often recommended. Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Always keep out of reach of children. Check the expiry date before use.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under — especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.