Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Digestive and biliary disorders
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PANCRECARB MS-8 |
| Manufacturer |
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Digestive Care, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Pancreatic enzymes. |
| Generic Name |
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Lipase 8000Units, amylase 40000Units, protease 45000Units; e-c microspheres (buffered) in delayed-release caps. |
| Indications |
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Replacement therapy in exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. |
| Adults and Children |
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Do not crush or chew; may open caps and sprinkle contents on cool, soft food (pH <5.5); follow with water. Initially 1–2 caps during meals or snacks. Adjust based on control of steatorrhea. |
| Contraindications |
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Pork allergy. Acute pancreatitis. |
| Precautions |
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Maintain proper diet. Monitor for GI obstruction. Maintain adequate hydration. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Avoid concomitant antacids. May antagonize iron. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Nausea, vomiting, bloating, cramps, constipation, diarrhea; hyperuricosuria, hyperuricemia (high doses). |
| How Supplied |
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Caps—100 |
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