Pancrelipase



Creon®; Dygase; ku-zyme® HP; Lapase; Lipram 4500; Lipram-CR; Lipram-PN; Lipram-UL; Pancrease®[DSC]; Pancrease® MT; Pancrecarb MS®; Pangestyme™ CN; Pangestyme™ EC; Pangestyme™ MT; Pangestyme™ UL; Panokase®; Panokase® 16; Plaretase® 8000; Ultrase®; Ultrase® MT; Viokase®







Pancrelipase

(pan kre LI pase)

U.S. Brand Names
Creon®; Dygase; ku-zyme® HP; Lapase; Lipram 4500; Lipram-CR; Lipram-PN; Lipram-UL; Pancrease®[DSC]; Pancrease® MT; Pancrecarb MS®; Pangestyme™ CN; Pangestyme™ EC; Pangestyme™ MT; Pangestyme™ UL; Panokase®; Panokase® 16; Plaretase® 8000; Ultrase®; Ultrase® MT; Viokase®
Canadian Brand Names
Cotazym®; Creon® 5; Creon® 10; Creon® 20; Creon® 25; Pancrease®; Pancrease® MT; Ultrase®; Ultrase® MT; Viokase®
Pharmacologic Category
Enzyme
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • If you have an allergy to pancrelipase, pork, or any other part of the medicine.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
  • If you have any irritation of your pancreas.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to help digestion when the pancreas is not working properly.
How does it work?
  • Pancrelipase acts as an enzyme replacement.
  • It aids in digestion of proteins, starches, and fats.
How is it best taken?
  • Take this medicine with food.
  • Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • You may sprinkle contents of capsule on soft food or liquid.
  • Do not take dairy products, iron or folic acid with this medicine.
  • Drink plenty of noncaffeine-containing liquid unless told to drink less liquid by healthcare provider.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
  • If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
  • Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Use caution if changing brand. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • Avoid breathing in powder.
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • Belly pain.
  • Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
  • Diarrhea.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
  • Take good care of your teeth. See a dentist regularly.
  • Follow up with healthcare provider.
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Difficulty breathing.
  • Severe nausea or vomiting.
  • Severe belly pain.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • Store at room temperature.
  • Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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