systematic_review
2011
Fibrinolytic enzymes from earthworm: pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential
Verma MK, Pulicherla KK
Published in Journal of Pharmacy Research
Key Findings
Earthworm-derived fibrinolytic enzymes are orally absorbable in animal models and show antithrombotic activity, but human pharmacokinetic data are lacking.
Conclusions
Human bioavailability remains unproven.
Limitations
Preclinical review only.
Supplements Studied
Lumbrokinase
Enzyme
Human pharmacokinetic data for orally administered earthworm fibrinolytic enzymes are lacking.
Study Details
Year:2011
Quality Score:4/10
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