PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE
About
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE contains digestive enzymes. It is primarily used to treat indigestion. Indigestion/dyspepsia can be defined as the inability to digest food associated with stomach pain and discomfort. PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE helps treat conditions such as dyspepsia (indigestion), loss of appetite, flatulence (gas), and bloating.
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE contains Pancreatin, bile constituents and Activated dimethicone. Pancreatin and bile constituents break down or digest proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, whereas dimethicone decreases the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through burping.
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE is generally safe for use. It rarely causes side effects like nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. If these side effects worsen, please consult your doctor. PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE should be taken as advised by your doctor.
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE should be avoided if you are allergic to any of the components present in it. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition, including medical history, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding before taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE.
Uses of PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE
Medicinal Benefits
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE is a combination of three medicines: pancreatin, bile constituents (digestive enzyme), and activated dimethicone (antiflatulent). Pancreatin and bile constituents are pancreatic enzymes that work by breaking down or digesting proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. Activated dimethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through burping. Thus, PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE helps treat digestive problems and promotes the digestion of carbohydrates and proteins. It also helps in the absorption of essential nutrients in the intestine.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation
- Headache
- Vomiting
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Discontinue taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE and inform your doctor if you have any allergic reactions to PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition, including medical history, to rule out any side effects. It is advised not to take other medicines for at least 2 hours after taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE, as this medicine may stop other medicines from getting into the body. Before taking, inform your doctor about your complete medication history, including OTC (over-the-counter) medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding before taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age unless prescribed by your paediatrician.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE has interactions with certain medicines and vitamins. Hence inform your doctor about your complete medication history, including OTC products, for further prevention of side effects.
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol while on treatment with PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE as alcohol can reduce the effect of this medicine or worsen your condition.
Pregnancy
cautionIf you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIf you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedPANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE does not affect your ability to drive. However, consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Liver
cautionLimited data is available. Please consult your doctor about using PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE in patients with liver disease.
Kidney
consult your doctorLimited data is available. Please consult your doctor about using PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE in patients with kidney disease.
Children
consult your doctorLimited data is available. Please consult your doctor about using PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE in children.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
- Try to add fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas to your daily diet, which helps aid digestion.
- Avoid eating too much, eating too fast, and eating high-fat foods, which can burden your stomach.
- Eat small meals at regular intervals so that the stomach does not have to work. Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dyspepsia: Also called indigestion, is defined as the inability to digest food that is associated with pain and discomfort in the stomach. Symptoms may include bloating, abdominal pain, burning sensation in the stomach, gas, and belching.
Flatulence: Also known as farting, it is defined as the build-up of gas in the digestive system that can lead to abdominal discomfort and distress. Symptoms may include abdominal discomfort, passing gas, rumbling in the lower abdomen, etc.
FAQs
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE is used to treat Dyspepsia, Indigestion, flatulence and loss of appetite.
Pancreatin and bile constituents work by breaking down or digesting proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, whereas dimethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through burping.
If you feel better, please consult your doctor before you stop taking PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE. Based on your condition, the doctor will decide whether to stop taking the medicine.
PANCREATIN+BILE CONSTITUENTS+ACTIVATED DIMETHICONE contains Pancreatin, Bile constituents and Activated dimethicone.
