INTRODUCTION

ZYMOPAN contains Pancreatin which belongs to drug class known as digestive enzymes. It is used in the management of pancreatic insufficiency. Pancreatic insufficiency is a condition occurs when the pancreas does not make enough of a specific enzyme the body uses to digest food in the small intestine. Pancreas is a glandular organ which secretes juices that maintains the proper function of the body.

Pancreatin is a mixture of pancreatic enzymes such as amylases, lipases and proteases. It works to decrease fatty bowel movements and to improve nutrition by breaking down fats, proteins and starches from food into smaller substances that can be absorbed from the intestine. 

Always take ZYMOPAN as prescribed by your doctor. Before taking, tell your doctor if you have any kidney, liver or heart diseases, are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor will give the correct dose depends on your child’s age and body weight. The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension and diarrhea. Take this medicine during or immediately after eating a meal or a snack with plenty of water. It helps the enzymes mix with the food so they can help digest it.

USES OF ZYMOPAN

• Manages pancreatic insufficiency

HOW ZYMOPAN WORKS

ZYMOPAN belongs to digestive enzymes which mix completely with food and helps to improve digestion.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take this medicine according to the dose and frequency as directed by your doctor. It is recommended to take during or immediately after the meals. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the medicine. It may be taken with food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ZYMOPAN

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Diarrhoea:

Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. ORS should be used to prevent dehydration.

Nausea:

Stick to simple normal meals and do not eat spicy foods.

Constipation:

Eat fruits, vegetables whole grains and high rich fiber foods.

Vomiting:

Drink clear or ice-cold drinks, eat light, bland foods and avoid fried or sweet foods.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT ZYMOPAN

Can use ZYMOPAN during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are planning to get or pregnant.

Is it safe to take ZYMOPAN?

Yes it is safe if prescribed by your physician. Consult your doctor before taking.

REFERENCES

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3. Gianluca Ianiro, Silvia Pecere, Valentina Giorgio, Antonio Gasbarrini & Giovanni Cammarota. Digestive enzyme supplementation in gastrointestinal diseases. Current drug Metabolism; Feb 2016 [Accessed Oct 30, 2020] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4923703/

4. Abbott Laboratories, Jun 2014 [Accessed Oct 30, 2020] https://www.medicine.abbott/content/dam/bss/divisionalsites/epd/productpdf/Creon%20150mg.pdf