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Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet |
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What is Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet
Improving food digestion in patients who cannot digest food properly because they have a pancreas problem (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency) caused by inflammation of the pancreas that lasts a long time (chronic pancreatitis) or the removal of the pancreas. It is used along with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) (eg, omeprazole). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet is a digestive enzyme combination. It works by helping the body to digest protein, starch, and fat.
Important safety information:
- Follow the dietary guidelines given to you by your health care provider.
- Do NOT take more or less than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
- Do not switch between Viokase 20 Oral Tablet and another pancreatic enzyme medicine without first checking with your doctor.
- Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet may increase the risk of developing a rare, serious condition called fibrosing colonopathy. When this occurs, it is usually with high doses over a long period of time. It has been most commonly reported in children with cystic fibrosis. Contact your doctor right away if you experience unusual or severe nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain; stomach bloating; or severe or persistent loose stools, constipation, or diarrhea.
- Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet comes from pork (pig) pancreas tissue. There is an extremely rare risk of developing a viral disease from this product. No cases of viral disease from pork pancreas products have been identified.
- Diabetes patients - Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
- Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet is not approved for use in CHILDREN. Use of Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet in children may result in poor nutrition and slowing of growth. Other pancreatic enzyme dosage forms (eg, delayed release, enteric coated) may be preferred for use in children. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet while you are pregnant. It is not known if Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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References
- Dailymed."Viokace (pancrelipase) tablet [allergan, inc.". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet - Frequently asked Questions
Can Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet?
Use Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet refilled.
- Take Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet by mouth with each meal or a snack as directed by your doctor. Be sure not to take more tablets in a day than the number your doctor tells you to take.
- Swallow Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet whole with enough liquid to swallow it completely. Do not break, crush, chew, or hold Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet in your mouth before swallowing. Doing so may increase the risk of mouth or tongue irritation from Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet. Contact your doctor if you experience mouth or tongue irritation while taking Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet.
- Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet is used along with another medicine called a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) (eg, omeprazole). Be sure to take the PPI as directed by your doctor.
- If you miss a dose of Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet, skip the missed dose and take the next dose with the next meal or snack as directed. Do not take 2 doses at once or take a dose without a snack or a meal.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet.
Who should not take Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet?
Some medical conditions may interact with Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances (including pork proteins)
- if you have gout or high uric acid levels
- if you have a history of kidney problems, high blood sugar, or diabetes
- if you have a history of pancreas problems, stomach or bowel problems (eg, blockage, scarring, thickening, short bowel syndrome, Crohn disease), or if you have had bowel surgery
- if you are lactose intolerant
- if you have trouble swallowing tablets
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet. However, no specific interactions with Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet are known at this time.
Ask your health care provider if Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Can Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Viokase 20 (amylases 39,150 UNT / endopeptidases 39,150 UNT / lipase 10,440 UNT) Oral Tablet be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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