"Pancreatin," the instruction indicates, is released in tablet form. The active substance of the drug is a combination of digestive system enzymes: amylase (> 4620 PIECES), lipase (> 3850 PIECES), protease.
Pancreatin has a proteolytic, amylolytic and lipolytic effect. The tablet dissolves in the small intestine, the enzymes are protected by a special membrane from the damaging effects of gastric juice. The drug is intended to restore the process of digestion of food, eliminates the feeling of heaviness in the stomach, a feeling of overeating, flatulence. With excessive accumulation of gases in the digestive tract, patients experience a shortage of air or shortness of breath. "Pancreatin", an instruction indicates, treats these symptoms and diarrhea.
The beneficial effect of the drug is on the digestive process in children. During the use of tablets, the production of enzymes by the pancreas, stomach and small intestine is stimulated, while the secretion of bile increases.
"Pancreatinum", indications for use
The drug is prescribed:
with a chronic form of inflammatory-dystrophic diseases of the digestive organs;
in the state after resection, the irradiation procedure;
with flatulence, diarrhea of non-infectious origin;
with cystic fibrosis;
to improve the digestive process in people with normal bowel function in case of overeating, an unbalanced diet, an irregular meal;
with pathological violations of chewing function resulting from tooth damage;
with a sedentary lifestyle;
with prolonged immobilization.
The doctor may prescribe Pancreatin during preparation for an X-ray examination, for an ultrasound of the organs located in the abdominal cavity. The components that make up the drug help the absorption of antibiotics, PASK, sulfonamides.
Pancreatin, how to take
Taking the drug is prescribed during or after a meal. 1 tablet of Pancreatin, coated with an enteric coating, must be swallowed without chewing. Order of admission: 3 times a day. If necessary, the daily dose can be doubled by the attending physician. The course of treatment depends on the degree of damage to the digestive organs, can last from several weeks to months, and in some cases as a replacement therapy for up to several years.
When prescribing pancreatin before an X-ray or ultrasound, take tablets several times a day, 2 pieces 2 or 3 days before the procedure.
"Pancreatin", instructions for side effects
In isolated cases, an allergic reaction to one of the components of the drug is manifested, which is manifested by redness of the skin, sneezing, tearing. Possible attacks of diarrhea, nausea, intestinal colic, signs of hyperuricemia, hyperuricosuria.
In children, after taking a large dose of perianal irritation, irritation in the mouth.
"Pancreatin", instructions for contraindications
Do not prescribe the drug:
with increased sensitivity to one of the components;
in acute form of pancreatitis, during an exacerbation of the chronic form of pancreatitis;
with hepatitis and liver failure, hepatic coma, predomatous state;
with empyema of the gallbladder, cholelithiasis, obstructive jaundice, intestinal obstruction;
during pregnancy, breastfeeding.
Increased caution and constant medical supervision requires the appointment of pancreatin for cystic fibrosis, pregnancy; children under the age of three.
In case of an overdose, signs of hyperuricemia and hyperuricuria are observed, the symptoms disappear after discontinuation of the drug.
Interaction of "Pancreatinum" with other medicines
Reduces the absorption of iron
Increases the body's absorption of PASK, antibiotics, sulfonamides.
The action of "Pancreatin" enhances cimetidine.
The action of "Pancreatin" weaken drugs that release magnesium ions, calcium.