Pancrelipase (Oral) - Drugs Information, Side Effects, & Interactions

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Pancrelipase (pan-kre-LI-pase)

An enzyme that helps digest foods for patients who have cystic fibrosis and digestive disorders.

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to pancrelipase, pancreatin, or pork protein.

Capsule, Tablet, Coated Tablet, Delayed Release Capsule, Long Acting Capsule, Powder

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
Drink a full glass of water with your medicine and plenty of fluids throughout the day.
Take the medicine with meals and snacks as directed by your doctor.
If the capsule opens, keep the powder away from your skin and avoid breathing in the powder.
Swallow the capsule or tablet whole. Do not let it dissolve in your mouth.
Do not chew or crush the coated tablet or delayed-released capsule. Swallow them whole. If the capsule is too big to swallow, open the capsule and put the contents on soft food (such as applesauce) and swallow without chewing. Do not mix the capsule with alkaline foods or liquids such as milk.
Take the powder with meals. Avoid breathing in the powder. It can be very irritating to your lungs. Do not get the powder on your skin.

If a dose is missed:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking iron supplements or vitamins that contain iron.

Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have severe pancreas disease or other medical problems.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

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