DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB

Overview

DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB is composed of: PANCREATIN (170.0 MG), DIMETHICONE (80.0 MG)

Pancreatin is a combination of digestive enzymes (proteins). These enzymes are normally produced by the pancreas and are important for digesting fats, proteins, and sugars. Pancreatin is used to replace digestive enzymes when the body does not have enough of its own. Certain medical conditions can cause this lack of enzymes, such as cystic fibrosis, pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, or pancreas surgery. Pancreatin may also be used to treat a condition called steatorrhea (loose, fatty stools).

Usage

PANCREATIN is generally used to treat: Steatorrhea


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB and its Constituents


Take pancreatin with a full glass of water. Do not hold the tablet in your mouth. The medicine may irritate the inside of your mouth. Do not crush, chew, or break a pancreatin tablet. Swallow it whole.  Do not take any other digestive enzymes unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid taking an antacid within 1 hour before or after you take pancreatin.



Common Side-Effects

PANCREATIN : Loose Motion, Constipation

Rare Side-Effects

PANCREATIN : Wheezing, Tightness, Chest Discomfort, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Mouth Swelling, Face Swelling

Technical Classification

PANCREATIN is categorized as: DIGESTIVE ENZYMES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DEBUL 170MG/80MG TABINR 70 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 170.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 80.0 MG
DIAPEPSIN P 170MG/80MG TABINR 69.42 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 170.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 80.0 MG
ENDYZE 170MG/80MG TABINR 66 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 170.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 80.0 MG
PANKREOFLAT 170MG/80MG TABINR 93 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 170.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 80.0 MG
PANKREOFLAT EC-TABINR 64.5 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 170 MG, DIMETHICONE 80 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

B ZYME TABINR 58 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 192.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 40.0 MG
BAROZYME LIQUIDINR 44.93 for 200 ML LIQUIDDIMETHICONE , PANCREATIN
BAROZYME TABINR 55.9 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 192.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 40.0 MG
DIOZYME TABINR 60 for 10 TABLETSDIMETHICONE , PANCREATIN
ENCARMIN TABINR 50 for 10 TABLETSDIMETHICONE , PANCREATIN
GESDYP 200MG/60MG TABINR 59 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 200.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 60.0 MG
HIACT P P TABINR 75.51 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN , DIMETHICONE
HIACT P TABINR 101.99 for 10 TABLETSDIMETHICONE , PANCREATIN
KREASE TABINR 57.5 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN , DIMETHICONE
MEDIZYME TABINR 49 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 175.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, CHARCOAL 50.0 MG
MUMZYME TABINR 55.9 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 192 MG, DIMETHICONE 40 MG, BILE 25 MG
NUZYME TABINR 33.21 for 10 TABLETSPANCREATIN 192.0 MG, DIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, DIASTASE 10.0 MG, PEPSIN 5.0 MG