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Neutrizyme-P Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PANCREATIN-212.5MG

Uses:

Pancreatic insufficiency (pancreatin enzyme deficiency)

Medicinal Benefits:

Neutrizyme-P Tablet is a pancreatic enzyme supplement indicated for the treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (pancreatin enzyme deficiency) due to cystic fibrosis (an inherited disorder that damages the lungs and digestive system), chronic pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), or other conditions. Pancreatin is a combination of digestive enzymes such as porcine-derived lipases, proteases, and amylases. These enzymes help in the digestion of food. Neutrizyme-P Tablet mixes thoroughly with the food and helps in digestion as it passes through the gut. Neutrizyme-P Tablet may also be used to treat steatorrhea (oily, smelly stools due to lack of fat absorption). 

FAQs

Neutrizyme-P Tablet contains ‘pancreatin enzymes’ breakdown food and converts it into energy. Neutrizyme-P Tablet is a combination of amylase (to digest starch), protease (to digest protein) and lipase (to digest fat). Thus, together it fulfils the digestive enzymes requirements in the pancreatitis conditions (inflammation of the pancreas), pancreatic cancer, post-surgery of the pancreas, and steatorrhea (loose fatty stool due to poor fat absorption).  

Neutrizyme-P Tablet is a pancreatic enzyme derived from the pancreatic organs of pigs used for food. Consult your doctor before taking Neutrizyme-P Tablet if you are allergic to the pig (pork), cow products or buffalo products.

Neutrizyme-P Tablet might interfere with the absorption and reduce the effectiveness of folic acid and iron. To prevent this, maintain a minimum gap between both.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Neutrizyme-P Tablet . Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you experience watery diarrhoea or if you find blood in stools. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.

Mixing Neutrizyme-P Tablet with non-acidic food or liquids, chewing or crushing may cause irritation in the mouth. It might also change the way Neutrizyme-P Tablet works in the body. Do not hold Neutrizyme-P Tablet or its contents in your mouth.

To treat your condition effectually continue taking Neutrizyme-P Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Many patients will need to take Neutrizyme-P Tablet for the rest of their lives. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Neutrizyme-P Tablet .