What is pankreoflat?
Pankreoflat, is a medicine belonging to the group of drugs containingpancreatic enzymes.
Pankreoflat-coated tablets havepancreatin 172 mg and 80 mg of dimethicone, in addition to 6000 u fip of amylase, 6000 u fip of lipase and 400 u fip of protease, whereexcipients such as sucrose, sorbic acid, povidone, among others, are also found.
Note: The active substances act asagents that reduce flatulence and intestinal gas. This is because enzymes facilitate digestion, while regulating the swallowing of air or excessive accumulation of gases in the gastrointestinal system.
For its part, this medicinecan be ingested by adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. It is recommended that patients ingest 1 or2 pankreoflat-coated tablets at each main meal (during or after), without chewing the tablet and drinking plenty of water.
What is pankreoflat for?
To highlight: Digestive enzymes can serve as a treatment for nutrient absorption deficiency or malabsorption syndrome and short bowel syndrome (1)tag. In addition to having a positive effect in treating persistent diarrhea(2) .
On the other hand, pankreoflat has the ability to reduce the production of intestinal gases and activate the mechanism for the expulsion of flatulence through the anal route, in case these are lodged in the intestine or stomach, thus reducing the possibility of suffering from abdominal pain. , reflux and heartburn.
pankreoflat side effects
Like all medicines, there are warnings when consuming them, especially if the tablets or recommended daily doses are exceeded. If so, it is advisable to consult a doctor immediatelytag. Here are some of the side effects of pankreoflat:
- Abdominal pain.
- Diarrhea.
- Nausea and/or vomiting.
- Constipation.
Pankreoflat contraindications
Before taking medications that contain pancreatic enzymes such as pankreoflat, it is imperative that you see a doctor and be aware of the following contraindications:
- The consumption of antacids can decrease the effect of pankreoflat.
- Reactions due to hypersensitivity or allergy to the active principles contained in the medication.
- If you are pregnant or lactating, consult a specialist before taking the medication.
- It should not be administered to children under 12 years of age .
Key Findings
- Pankreoflat is a medication that contains pancreatin and dimethicone as active ingredients. Its main function isto reduce the presence of intestinal gases
- It can be used as a treatment for abdominal pain caused by an excessive amount of gas, recurrent diarrhea, slow digestion, among others.
- It has as side effects nausea or vomiting, constipation, among others. It should not be administered to children under 12 years of age, nor ingested by pregnant women.
- See your doctor if symptoms persist after 2 weeks.
University Professional in the area of Human Resources, Postgraduate in Occupational Health and Hygiene of the Work Environment, 14 years of experience in the area of health. Interested in topics of Psychology, Occupational Health, and General Medicine.