Pancreatin+Amylase+Protease+Lipase

When should one not use Pancreatin+Amylase+Protease+Lipase

• If you are allergic to any constituent in the medicine/animal origin product (contains pork).
• If you are suffering from a rare condition of narrowing of the digestive tract characterised by symptoms like abdominal pain, swelling, vomiting and constipation (fibrosis colonopathy) (Usually seen when patients with a hereditary disorder of the digestive system and lungs wherein the body produces mucous that blocks the lungs and pancreas (cystic fibrosis) are treated with a high dose of pancreatic enzymes).

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Stomach pain
• Feeling of gases in the stomach (bloating)
• Changes in blood sugar levels (hyperglycaemia/hypoglycaemia)

Other General Warnings

• You are allergic to products that are of animal origin (this medicine contains pork).
• You are suffering from a rare condition wherein the digestive tract narrows and you may experience severe stomach pain, swelling, vomiting and constipation, which is generally seen in patients with cystic fibrosis.
• You have high levels of uric acid (gout).
• You are suffering from severe kidney disease.
• You experience an increased concentration of enzymes in the liver.
• You are taking folic acid supplements, as this medication can hinder the absorption of folic acid and iron in the body.
• You are diabetic and consuming medicines to maintain your blood sugar levels as this medicine may alter your blood sugar levels.

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Avoid using this medicine together with multivitamins or folic acid supplements, as it can decrease the absorption of folic acid and iron.
• Discuss with your doctor any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.

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