Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency

In Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is an enzyme supplement for people who do not make enough naturally in their bodies to digest food properly. The enzymes in this medicine help digest food (fats carbohydrates and protein) as it passes through the gut. It should be taken with your meal or snack to help it work effectively. Take Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR for as long as it is prescribed for maximum benefits. Some may need it for the rest of their lives. You might also be asked to alter your diet to help with digestion.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is to be taken with food.

Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is used to treat pancreatic enzyme deficiency. It is a pancreatic enzyme supplement that helps in digestion. This medicine also reduces stool frequency and stomach discomfort.Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR should be taken during or immediately after eating a meal or a snack with plenty of water. This helps the enzymes mix with the food so they can help digest it. The dose you’re given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. You may be taking it for the rest of your life so get into a routine and make sure you take it regularly. Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR may only be a part of your treatment which could include a special diet.The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain abdominal bloating and diarrhea. If these bother you or won’t go away let your doctor know. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.You should let your doctor know if you have gout asthma or any allergies. If you have diabetes this medicine may affect your blood sugar levels and therefore your diabetes treatment. You shouldn’t take it at the same time as an antacid. Talk to your doctor if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure it’s safe for you. While you’re taking it your doctor may carry out regular blood tests to make sure it’s helping you.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew crush or break it. Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : SAFE <p> Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR does not usually affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.Uric acid levels may increase in patients with underlying kidney disease so caution should be exercised. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR take it as soon as possible. However if it is almost time for your next dose skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Chemical Class :: Peptides|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL|Action Class :: Digestive enzymes

Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency

Stomach pain | Bloating | Diarrhea

Q. What does Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR help with?::: Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is a pancreatic enzyme supplement created with a mixture of enzymes. It is given to patients whose pancreas is not able to create enough of their own enzymes to digest the food. It is also given to treat digestion problems caused in patients whose pancreas have been surgically removed or are not working well. | Q. Is it safe to take Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR?::: Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR is usually safe in patients who have been prescribed to take it for digestion issues caused due to problems of the pancreas. Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR can cause an increase in blood uric acid levels thereby worsening your gout and causing painful swollen joints. Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR may also cause allergic reactions like skin rashes swollen lips increased flatulence stomach pain headache dizziness etc. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medicine and give a proper history of allergies and the medicines you are currently taking.| Q. How should I take Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR?::: Take the capsule with food and swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of fluids after taking the medicine. It is very essential to increase your fluid intake while taking Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR. In case you have trouble swallowing capsules you can take out the granules from the capsules and mix them with fruit juices or yoghurt and swallow it. Just be careful not to crush the granules.| Q. What food should I eat if I have pancreatic enzyme insufficiency?::: You should try to take five small meals to make it easier for your pancreas to digest what you eat. Take a well-balanced low-fat diet and strictly limit the foods which contain a high amount of saturated and trans fats. Your diet should preferably contain whole grains fruits vegetables fat-free meat/poultry beans and low-fat dairy sources. Drink plenty of fluids and water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Ask your doctor if you can take regular vitamin like A D E and K as it will be benefecial for you. You can have limited amounts of healthy polyunsaturated fat. Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol strictly because this can damage your pancreas.| Q. Can Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR be given in children?::: Yes Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR can be given to children. Just like adults even children need to be given a sufficient amount of fluids while on treatment with Pacretil 25000 Capsule DR. When giving it to infants aged 12 months or less you can open the capsule and empty the contents directly into the infant’s mouth. Following this you can feed breast milk or infant milk formula to your baby. However do not mix the medicine directly into the formula or breast milk. Also be cautious to see that the baby swallows the entire medicine and nothing is retained in the baby’s mouth as it can cause irritation in the mouth.