Pangrol 25000 hard capsules with gastro-resistant coated pellicle, 50 pcs

Description

Pangrol is a medicine that contains digestive enzymes from the pancreas of pigs.These enzymes, also called pancreatic powder or pancreatin, aid digestion in people with reduced or absent pancreatic function.The preparation is available without a prescription.

Application

Pangrol is used to treat digestive disorders caused by inadequate pancreatic function.The dosage depends on the severity of the indigestion.A dose of 20,000 to 40,000 FIP lipase per meal is generally recommended.One capsule of Pangrol 25,000 corresponds to this recommended dose.

Active ingredients and ingredients

Each enteric-coated hard capsule contains porcine pancreas powder with a lipase activity of 25,000 FIP, amylase activity of 22,500 FIP and protease activity of 1,250 FIP.In addition, the preparation contains the following excipients: hydrogenated castor oil, highly disperse silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium, microcrystalline cellulose, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer, talc, triethyl citrate, simeticone emulsion, macrogol stearate, macrogol, xanthan gum, triglycerides, benzoic acid, glycerin, sodium chloride, octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane,Sorbic acid, sulfuric acid, purified water, iron-III-oxide, iron-III-hydroxide oxide, indigo carmine, quinoline yellow, titanium dioxide and gelatin.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be taken if you are allergic to pancreas powder, pork or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.The preparation should also not be used in the case of acute inflammation of the pancreas or an acute attack of chronic inflammation of the pancreas during the fully developed phase of the disease.

Dosage

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you.The recommended dose is 1 capsule per meal.The dosage may vary depending on the severity of the indigestion.The dose should only be increased under medical supervision.The daily enzyme dose of 15,000 to 20,000 units of lipase per kilogram of body weight should not be exceeded.For children, the dosage should be determined by the doctor.

The duration of use depends on the course of the disease and is determined by the doctor.If you don't feel better or even feel worse, contact your doctor.In the event of an overdose, you should drink plenty of water and contact your doctor or pharmacist.If you forget to take a dose, do not take a double dose but continue treatment as recommended.Stopping treatment may cause your symptoms to return.

Intake

Take the capsule whole without chewing with sufficient liquid, preferably in the middle of the meal.If you have difficulty swallowing the capsule whole, you can carefully open it and swallow the contents with a little liquid immediately and without chewing.Be careful not to crush or chew the capsules or their contents, otherwise the medicine will lose its effectiveness and the enzymes it contains can damage the mucous membrane.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine, especially if you have cystic fibrosis and are taking high doses.If you experience an allergic reaction, stop treatment and talk to your doctor.The medicine has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any medicines.There is insufficient experience with the use of the drug in pregnant women.If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, you should not take this medicine unless your doctor considers it absolutely necessary.

Notes

Care must be taken to swallow the preparation whole, as it contains active enzymes that can cause damage to the mucous membrane when released into the oral cavity.The absorption of folic acid can be reduced by taking it, so additional folic acid intake may be necessary.The effect of blood sugar-lowering agents can be reduced if they are taken at the same time.Allergic reactions are possible and require discontinuation of the preparation.Increased uric acid excretion in the urine may occur in patients with cystic fibrosis.