ECFS

Pancreatin (Pancrease)

P

MEDICATION TYPE

Pancreatic enzyme

INDICATIONS

Pancreatic enzyme replacement. Pancreatic insufficiency in CF.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Probenecid
Reduces excretion of cephalosporins.

Warfarin
Rare reports of increases in prothrombin time.

NOTES

Each capsule contains 25,000 units lipase. Cap at 10,000 units lipase/kg/day.

Unverified — pending review

MEDICAL WARNING

Pancreatin (Pancrease) should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Always verify against current BNF and your local CF protocol before prescribing.