Introduction About PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE contains Pancreatin which belongs to the group of medicines called Gastrointestinal agents. PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is used to manage exocrine pancreatic enzyme insufficiency (deficient pancreatic enzyme) in affected individuals. It is also used to manage pancreatitis (swelling of pancreas), flatulence, cystic fibrosis (genetic disorder that affects lungs and digestive system), moderate indigestion in diabetes and irritable bowel syndrome (intestinal disorder). The medicine is also indicated for use as digestive aid, and in pancreas removal.

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is not recommended if you are allergic to Pancreatin. Before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you have kidney problems (such as renal impairment), and/or liver problems (such as hepatic impairment). PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. It is safe to use in breastfeeding women.

The medicine should be used with caution in children & adolescents (aged below 18 years) and in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor. The most common side effects of taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE are stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and/or constipation. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.

Uses Of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE

• Manage exocrine pancreatic enzyme insufficiency
• Manage pancreatitis, flatulence, cystic fibrosis, moderate indigestion (in patients with diabetes and irritable bowel syndrome)
• Aids in digestion and pancreas removal

How PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE Works

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is a pancreatic enzyme supplement which works by breaking down fats, starch, and proteins into simpler constituents in the body thus resulting in easy absorption and thereby managing pancreatic enzyme deficiency and its associated symptoms in affected individuals.

How to use PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE

Take PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. For Capsule and Minimicrospheres. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water as a whole or open the capsule and mix the granules (without crushing) in acidic liquid (such as apple/orange/pineapple juice) or soft food (such as apple sauce/yoghurt). Do not crush/chew the medicine and avoid mixing the granules in non-acidic food/liquid (as it may cause irritation in your mouth/alter the effect of the medicine). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE

How To Manage Side Effects

Constipation

Try to eat high-fiber foods such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water. Involve in regular exercise (going for a daily walk or run) and if this does not help, consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate managements for constipation.

Diarrhea

Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.

Nausea And Vomiting

Take PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oil rich or spicy foods, sugary snacks and drinks. Avoid drinking too much liquid along with your meals, drink slowly in between meals. Talk with your doctor if the condition worsens.

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE.

Breastfeeding

Safe

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is safe to use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE.

Kidney

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems such as renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Liver

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver problems such as hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE if you are allergic to Pancreatin or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE who shall decide the correct dose and duration for the child depending on child’s age, body weight and disease condition.

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage may include hyperuricosuria (condition marked by increased excretion of uric acid in urine) and hyperuricemia (high uric acid level in blood).

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FAQs About PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE

Q: What is PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE used for?

A: PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is used to manage exocrine pancreatic enzyme insufficiency (deficient pancreatic enzyme) in affected individuals. It is also used to manage pancreatitis (swelling of pancreas), flatulence, cystic fibrosis (genetic disorder that affects lungs and digestive system), moderate indigestion in diabetes and irritable bowel syndrome (intestinal disorder). The medicine is also indicated for use as digestive aid, and in pancreas removal.

Q: How PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE works?

A: PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE is a pancreatic enzyme supplement which works by breaking down fats, starch, and proteins into simpler constituents in the body thus resulting in easy absorption and thereby managing pancreatic enzyme deficiency and its associated symptoms in affected individuals.

Q: What are the side effects of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE?

A: The most common side effects of taking PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE are stomach pain, bloating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and/or constipation. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.

Q: Does PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE cause diarrhea?

A: Yes, PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE causes diarrhea as it is the commonest side effect associated with the use of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE. If such side effects are experienced, then try to eat high-fiber foods (such as vegetables, cereals, fresh fruit, and drink plenty of water) and get involved in regular exercise (such as going for a daily walk/ jog). If this does not help, then consult and inform your doctor for receiving alternate managements for constipation.

Q: What happens if you take more PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE than your required dose?

A: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PANLIPASE 25000IU CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. The symptoms of overdosage may include hyperuricosuria (condition marked by increased excretion of uric acid in urine) and hyperuricemia (high uric acid level in blood).

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Blood test
• Stool evaluation test
• Pancreatic Function test

Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed By Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle - MBBS, MD(Pharmacology) View profile

Last updated on 23 Jul 2024 | 11:51 AM(IST)