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PANCRELIPASE (pan cre LI pase) treats a condition where the pancreas does not make enough of the enzymes needed to digest food. It works by replacing those enzymes, so your body can break down food. This improves nutrition and decreases fatty bowel movements.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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Take this medication by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take with food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medication more often than directed.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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-Acarbose
-Antacids containing calcium or magnesium
-Iron
-Miglitol
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Visit your care team for regular check-ups. Talk to your care team before you change brands of this medication. Each brand has different amounts of enzymes.
You may need to be on a special diet while taking this medication. Also, ask your care team how much water you need to drink.
Be careful if you open the capsule. This medication can irritate the lungs if you breathe it in. Also, do not hold the medication in your mouth or chew it. This may cause mouth sores.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Gallbladder problems—severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever
-High uric acid level—severe pain, redness, warmth, or swelling in joints, pain or trouble passing urine, pain in the lower back or sides
-Stomach pain, bloating, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weight loss
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Irritation inside the mouth or throat
-Rectal itching
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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