Pancreatin Gastro Resistant Capsules BP are enzyme replacement therapy capsules formulated to help digest food in people who suffer from pancreatic enzyme deficiency. This condition is often associated with cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer, or following surgical remoal of the pancreas.
Each capsule has a gastro-resistant coating to protect the enzymes from stomach acid, and they are released in the small intestine. This product improves the absorption of nutrients and reduces reactions to poor digestion, such as bloating, gas, and constipation.
Benefits of Pancreatin Gastro-Resistant Capsules
- Improves Digestion: This medicine helps break down the fats, proteins, and carbohydrates easily.
- Decreased Gastrointestinal Discomfort: It helps to reduce bloating, flatulence, and discomfort in the human body.
- Increased Nutrient Absorption: It helps to digest the essential vitamins and nutrients.
- Supports Weight Maintenance: It helps prevent malnourishment and unintentional weight loss in patients who have deficiencies in enzymes.
- Convenient Dosing: These capsules are used to optimize the enzyme action in the small intestine.
How Does Pancreatin Work?
Pancreatin contains the natural digestive enzymes which is produced by the pancreas. When you take this capsules with the meal, these enzymes act on the food in the digestive tract. It also helps to breaking down complex molecules into simpler forms that can be absorbed through the intestinal wall. The gastro-resistant coating ensures that the enzymes are not destroyed by the stomach acid and become active where they are needed.
Some of The Possible Side Effects of Pancreatin Gastro Resistant Capsules BP
- Nausea or vomiting
- Abdominal pain or cramps
- Diarrhea and constipation
- Allergic reaction on skin
- Irritation
- Increased levels of uric acid
Tips for Taking Pancreatin Capsules
- Take the capsules with or immediately before meals or snacks
- Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew or crush them.
- If swallowing is difficult to open the capsule and mix the granules with acidic soft food. Do not mix with hot or alkaline food.
- Follow the prescribed dosage to fully optimize the use of the medicine.
- Make sure to inform your doctor and healthcare provider if you have any other medication or condition such as kidney problems, liver problems, and gout.