Pancrelipase

Pancrelipase is a remedy that contains digestive enzymes that help break down and digest fats, starch, and protein in food and is therefore used when the pancreas can not produce or release enough digestive enzymes to digest food.

Pancrelipase can be purchased from conventional pharmacies under the trade name Ultrase in the form of tablets.

Indications of pancrelipase

Pancrelipase is indicated for the treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency in cases of cystic fibrosis and other medical conditions.

How to use pancrelipase

The mode of use of pancrelipase should be indicated by the physician after evaluation of the symptoms presented by the patient and according to the results of the pancreatic function tests.

Side effects of pancrelipase

The major side effects of pancrelipase include increased uric acid in the blood and urine, cramps, diarrhea, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and allergic reactions.

Contraindications of pancrelipase

Pancrelipase is contraindicated in pregnant women and patients with chronic pancreatic disease, acute pancreatitis or swine protein hypersensitivity.