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Panlipase 150 Capsule

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsPancreatin
Description
Panlipase 150 Capsule is a mixture of digestive enzymes that include amylases, lipases, and proteases. It is used for the treatment of pancreatic insufficiency (a condition in which the pancreas is not producing enough enzymes to digest the food). This medicine works by replenishing the deficient digestive enzymes in the body, thus promoting digestion. Panlipase 150 Capsule can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, etc. Most of them are temporary and get resolved with time. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Panlipase 150 Capsule should be taken with food. Avoid taking this medicine with hot beverages like tea and coffee, as it may stop Panlipase 150 Capsule from working properly. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may reoccur or worsen. Panlipase 150 Capsule should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your current medications and existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to avoid any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Panlipase 150 Capsule

  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Itching

Uses of Panlipase 150 Capsule

What is it prescribed for?

  • Pancreatic insufficiency
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Panlipase 150 Capsule to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Panlipase 150 Capsule remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Panlipase 150 Capsule.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to the lack of safety information, Panlipase 150 Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Panlipase 150 Capsule passes into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Panlipase 150 Capsule is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Fibrosing colonopathy

Panlipase 150 Capsule may increase the risk of fibrosing colonopathy (a disorder that affects a segment of the large intestine) upon prolonged usage at high doses. Therefore, it is not used if you have a history of this condition.

Gastrointestinal blockage

Panlipase 150 Capsule is not recommended for use if you have gastrointestinal blockage (any blockage in the stomach or intestine) as it may further worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of safety information, Panlipase 150 Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Panlipase 150 Capsule passes into the breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Hyperuricaemia

Panlipase 150 Capsule should be used with caution if you have hyperuricaemia (high uric acid level in your blood) due to the increased risk of elevation in uric acid levels.

Oral mucosa irritation

Do not crush Panlipase 150 Capsule in the mouth to avoid irritation of the oral mucosa (the mucous membrane lining the inside of the mouth).

Other medicines

Panlipase 150 Capsule may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with Panlipase 150 Capsule.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Panlipase 150 Capsule as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek immediate medical attention in case of an overdose of Panlipase 150 Capsule.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Sodium Bicarbonate

Miglitol

Acarbose

Magaldrate

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Panlipase 150 Capsule is filtered by your kidneys and should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. If you have impaired kidney function, this medicine may not get filtered properly, thus increasing the risk of toxicity. Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your clinical condition.

Gout

Gout is a form of arthritis (painful swelling of the joints) characterised by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in the joints, more often in the big toe. Panlipase 150 Capsule should be used with caution if you have gout, as it can increase the uric acid levels in your body which can trigger or aggravate the condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Panlipase 150 Capsule as instructed by the doctor. Drink plenty of water with it to avoid stomach irritation. Do not break, crush, or chew the capsules. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor. Keep the medicine away from children and pets. Dispose of the unused medicine safely after the expiry date.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Panlipase 150 Capsule is a combination of digestive enzymes that promote the digestion of food in the small intestine.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Digestive enzymes

Schedule

Schedule H

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