Crezyme 325 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.50 (10 x 10: ৳ 350.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Pancreatin |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
Indications
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Cystic fibrosis/Mucoviscidosis
- Following partial or complete pancreatectomy
- Total gastrectomy
- Steatorrhea
- Somatostatinoma
- Celiac disease
- Other conditions associated with pancreatic insufficiency
Composition
- Each enteric film-coated tablet contains 325 mg of Pancreatin BP
- Amylase 7800 units
- Protease 455 units
- Lipase 6500 units
Pharmacology
- Preparation of Pancreatin, an extract from mammalian pancreas
- Designed to disintegrate in the alkaline medium of the duodenum
- Amylase, Protease, and Lipase activity
- Hydrolyzes dietary starch, proteins, and triglycerides
- Converts starch and casein into soluble carbohydrates and proteoses
Dosage & Administration
2-3 tablets to be swallowed whole with little water immediately after or during a meal, or as directed by the physician
Interaction
Alkaline media will rupture the enteric coating. Should not be used concurrently with antacid
Contraindications
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Buccal and perianal soreness
- Hypersensitivity reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
Should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing mother
Precautions & Warnings
Patients known to be allergic to animal protein should be treated with caution
Overdose Effects
- Excessive dosage may produce a laxative effect
- Very high dosage may cause hyperuricaemia and hyperuricosuria
Therapeutic Class
Digestive Enzyme
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light