AMYLOTERZAE TABLETS

A09AA02(WHO) AU:S4(Prescription only)EU:Rx-onlyIn general: ℞ (Prescription only) 53608-75-6 DB00085 none FQ3DRG0N5K DTXSID801009839 Pancreatic enzymes, also known aspancreases,pancrelipasesorpancreatinsare commercial mixtures ofamylase,lipase,proteaseandlactaseobtained frompigs.The components aredigestive enzymessimilar tothose normally producedby the humanpancreas.They help in thedigestionof fats, starches, and proteins.They are used to treatmalabsorptionsyndrome due to certainpancreatic insufficiencies.These pancreatic problems may be due tocystic fibrosis,surgical removal of the pancreas, long-termpancreatitis,pancreatic cancer, orMODY 5, among others.The preparation is taken by mouth.The treatment is also known aspancreatic enzyme replacement therapyorPERT. Common side effects includevomiting, abdominal pain,constipation, anddiarrhea.Other side effects includeperianalirritation andhigh blood uric acid.Use is believed to be safe duringpregnancy. Pancreatic enzymes have been used as medications since at least the 1800s.They are on theWorld Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.In 2023, it was the 258th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1million prescriptions.