Aptiplex 500mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Aptiplex 500mg Tablet

Pancreatin(500mg)

food interaction for Aptiplex Tablet

alcohol interaction for Aptiplex Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Aptiplex Tablet

lactation interaction for Aptiplex Tablet

food
alcohol
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Aptiplex 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aptiplex 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aptiplex 500mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aptiplex 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Aptiplex 500mg Tablet

Pancreatin(500mg)

Aptiplex tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of pancreatic enzyme deficiency.

How aptiplex tablet works

Pancreatin is a pancreatic enzyme supplement. It mixes thoroughly with food and helps in digestion.

Common side effects of aptiplex tablet

Stomach pain, Bloating, Diarrhea

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Expert advice FOR Aptiplex Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Pancreatin for the treatment of pancreatic enzyme deficiency.
  • They lower stool frequency and improve stomach pain and stool consistency.
  • Take it during or immediately after a meal or a snack as per your doctor’s advice and drink plenty of water.
  • It can cause mouth irritation, so do not chew, crush, or hold it in your mouth. Swallow the medicine completely. 
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Frequently asked questions FOR Aptiplex 500mg Tablet

Pancreatin

Q. What does Aptiplex 500mg Tablet help with?
Aptiplex 500mg Tablet is a pancreatic enzyme supplement created with a mixture of enzymes. It is given to patients whose pancreas is not able to create enough of their own enzymes to digest the food. It is also given to treat digestion problems caused in patients whose pancreas have been surgically removed or are not working well.
Q. Is it safe to take Aptiplex 500mg Tablet?
Aptiplex 500mg Tablet is usually safe in patients who have been prescribed to take it for digestion issues caused due to problems of the pancreas. Aptiplex 500mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood uric acid levels, thereby worsening your gout and causing painful swollen joints. Aptiplex 500mg Tablet may also cause allergic reactions like skin rashes, swollen lips, increased flatulence, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medicine and give a proper history of allergies and the medicines you are currently taking.
Q. How should I take Aptiplex 500mg Tablet?
Take the capsule with food and swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of fluids after taking the medicine. It is very essential to increase your fluid intake while taking Aptiplex 500mg Tablet. In case you have trouble swallowing capsules, you can take out the granules from the capsules and mix them with fruit juices or yoghurt and swallow it. Just be careful not to crush the granules.
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Q. What food should I eat if I have pancreatic enzyme insufficiency?
You should try to take five small meals to make it easier for your pancreas to digest what you eat. Take a well-balanced, low-fat diet and strictly limit the foods which contain a high amount of saturated and trans fats. Your diet should preferably contain whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fat-free meat/poultry, beans and low-fat dairy sources. Drink plenty of fluids and water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Ask your doctor if you can take regular vitamin like A, D, E, and K, as it will be benefecial for you. You can have limited amounts of healthy polyunsaturated fat. Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol strictly because this can damage your pancreas.
Q. Can Aptiplex 500mg Tablet be given in children?
Yes, Aptiplex 500mg Tablet can be given to children. Just like adults, even children need to be given a sufficient amount of fluids while on treatment with Aptiplex 500mg Tablet. When giving it to infants aged 12 months or less, you can open the capsule and empty the contents directly into the infant’s mouth. Following this, you can feed breast milk or infant milk formula to your baby. However, do not mix the medicine directly into the formula or breast milk. Also, be cautious to see that the baby swallows the entire medicine and nothing is retained in the baby’s mouth, as it can cause irritation in the mouth.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)