Pancreaze Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Lipase/protease/amylase: 2600Units/8800Units/15200Units; 4200Units/14200Units/24600Units; 10500Units/35500Units/61500Units; 16800Units/56800Units/98400Units; 21000Units/54700Units/83900Units; 37000Units/97300Units/149900Units; e-c microtabs in caps.
Pharmacological Class
Pancreatic enzymes (porcine).
How Supplied
Caps—100
Manufacturer
Pancreaze Indications
Indications
Treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency due to cystic fibrosis or other conditions.
Pancreaze Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Start at the lowest recommended dose and increase gradually. Individualize based on clinical symptoms, the degree of steatorrhea present, and the fat content of the diet. Swallow whole; do not crush or chew caps. May mix contents with applesauce or other acidic soft food (pH≤ 4.5); swallow mixture immediately, follow with water or juice; take with meals; do not let any drug remain in mouth. ≤12mos: 2600 lipase units per 120mL of formula or per breastfeeding; give prior to each feeding, do not mix directly. >12mos–<4yrs: initially 1000 lipase units/kg per meal. ≥4yrs: initially 500 lipase units/kg per meal. Max (>12mos): 2500 lipase units/kg per meal (or ≤10000 lipase units/kg/day), or <4000 lipase units/g fat ingested per day. See full labeling.
Pancreaze Contraindications
Not Applicable
Pancreaze Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Pancreaze Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not interchangeable with other pancrelipase products. Fibrosing colonopathy (with high doses); risk of stricture formation (monitor). Pork allergy. Potential viral transmission. Gout. Renal impairment. Hyperuricemia. Contents irritating to oral mucosa. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Pancreaze Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Pancreaze Interactions
Not Applicable
Pancreaze Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Abdominal pain, flatulence, diarrhea, abnormal feces, fatigue; allergic reactions.
Pancreaze Clinical Trials
See Literature
Pancreaze Note
Not Applicable
Pancreaze Patient Counseling
See Literature