About pancreatin
Pancreatic enzyme replacement
Used for
- Helps digest food when the pancreas does not make enough digestive enzymes, including in cystic fibrosis.
Usual adult dose
Taken with meals and snacks; the dose is individualized to food intake and digestive symptoms.
Usual dose in children
Used in children; the dose is individualized by weight, meals, and clinical response.
Common side effects
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Nausea or vomiting
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Bloating
Important warnings
- Swallow capsules whole; do not crush or chew.
- High doses may cause a rare narrowing of the bowel, especially in cystic fibrosis.
- May cause irritation if the mouth is exposed to capsule contents.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with changes in diet or symptoms.
Pregnancy
May be used if needed; available information has not identified a specific pregnancy risk.
Breastfeeding
Pancreatin is not meaningfully absorbed, so harm to a breastfed infant is unlikely.
Interactions
- No major established interactions are known.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.