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Digestive Enzymes

Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)

Prepared 19 Sep 2026

What it is used for

Therapeutic use is agent- and indication-specific within the class (Therapeutic agent (verify pharmacological class)). Use according to culture results, national guidelines (Kenya STG/EML where applicable) and the current product SmPC. Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

Warnings

Obtain allergy and medication history. Adjust for renal/hepatic impairment, pregnancy, lactation, extremes of age and interacting drugs. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest appropriate duration. Monitor for expected class adverse effects.

Possible side effects

Allergic reactions, vomiting, abdominal distension, diarrhea or constipation, greasy stools, rectal irritation, headache and stricture of ileo-caecum and large bowel.

Storage

Store as labelled. Keep out of reach of children.

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