Eplazyme Syrup

Prescription Required:
Yes
Generics:
 Pancreatin (a mixture of pancreatic enzymes—lipase, protease, amylase)
Used For:
 Digestive aid for conditions requiring pancreatic enzyme supplementation, such as:
o Pancreatic insufficiency (e.g., cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis)
o Malabsorption syndromes
o Steatorrhea or fatty stools
o Nutrient digestion support post-pancreatectomy or similar procedures
How It Works:
Pancreatin supplies essential digestive enzymes to compensate for deficient or absent pancreatic
function.
 Lipase digests fats
 Protease breaks down proteins
 Amylase breaks down carbohydrates
These enzymes enhance digestion, reduce gastrointestinal discomfort, and improve
nutrient absorption.
Usage & Safety
Dosage:
 As prescribed by a physician, typically taken with meals and snacks.
Side Effects:
 Generally well tolerated
 Occasionally: gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, abdominal cramps, diarrhea
Drug Interactions:
 No major known interactions, but consult your doctor or pharmacist when combining
with other medications.
Indications:
 Improving digestion in cases of enzyme deficiency
 Reducing maldigestive symptoms like bloating, gas, and irregular stools
 Assisting nutritional absorption when pancreatic function is compromised
Contraindications:
 Known allergy to pancreatin or any ingredient in the formulation
Precautions:
 Use cautiously in:
o Patients with gallbladder disease or biliary obstruction
o History of pancreatitis exacerbation with high lipase doses
Warnings:
1. Not to be used as a weight-loss aid.
2. Must be taken with food—enzyme effectiveness depends on meal presence.
3. Higher-than-prescribed doses should be avoided due to possible intestinal irritation.
Pregnancy & Lactation:
 Consult your physician before use.
Storage:
 Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat
 Seal tightly and keep out of reach of children