Mezim Forte is an enzyme preparation. It is a round pink tablets coated with an enteric coating, having biconvex surfaces with possible brown blotches on the fracture.
One tablet contains 137.5 mg of pancreatin. In addition, the drug contains pancreatic enzymes such as lipase, amylase and proteases, which facilitate the digestion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. The drug is able to compensate for the manifest insufficiency of the function of the external secret of the pancreas, while contributing to the improvement of digestion.
The average single dose of Mezim Forte 10000 is one or two tablets with meals. The duration of treatment depends on many factors and in case of digestive disorders due to improper diet, it can be several days. If necessary, long-term replacement therapy is several months. The tablets are taken orally, not chewed. You can drink the medicine with liquid.
When using this drug with iron preparations, iron absorption may decrease. Reception "Mezim Forte" with antacids containing magnesium hydroxide or potassium carbonate, can cause a decrease in the effectiveness of the main active substance - pancreatin.
Unfortunately, at the moment, the safety of the drug during pregnancy and lactation is not well understood. So, taking the drug during pregnancy can be carried out only when the probable benefit for the woman exceeds the possible risk for the child, due to the lack of clinical information that confirms its safe use in such a period.
Side effects of Mezim Forte may occur on the part of material metabolism. With prolonged use of the drug in large doses, hyperuricosuria may develop, as well as an increase in the level of uric acid in the blood. Among the side effects are also various allergic reactions.
This drug must be stored in a dry place in which light does not penetrate and is inaccessible to children. Storage temperature should not exceed 25 degrees. Shelf life - 3 years from the date of production.
Indications: Mezim Forte is used for deficiency of the function of the external secretion of the pancreas, including chronic pancreatitis and cystic fibrosis, for chronic inflammatory and dystrophic diseases of the stomach, liver, intestines, and for better digestion in the presence of nutritional errors in people with normal gastrointestinal function tract, in preparation for ultrasound and x-ray examination of the abdominal cavity.
The drug is not recommended for acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis in the acute stage, as well as with increased sensitivity to individual components of the drug.
The appointment of Mezim Forte for children is a matter that is decided on an individual basis, and its decision depends, first of all, on the current clinical situation.
The drug is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription.
Reviews: People who have been dealing with Mezim note that in most cases the effect of the drug begins within half an hour. The drug is very popular during feasts and celebrations, when you need to try a lot of spicy, fried and fatty dishes. The drug makes it possible to enjoy food and avoid its negative impact on the body and health in general. Despite the fact that Mezim is an almost harmless drug, it should not be abused, especially when exceeding the dosage. By following the manufacturer's recommendations (Berlin-Chemie Menarini, Germany), the rules for taking the drug, you can avoid possible side effects. Sometimes with intolerance to the drug, there may be constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain. Since the absorption of iron from food deteriorates with prolonged use of the drug, preparations containing iron can be added to the diet in order to prevent its deficiency.