Pancreatin + Dimethicone
Information about Pancreatin + Dimethicone
Pancreatin + dimethicone uses
Pancreatin+Dimethicone is used for indigestion and bloating.
How pancreatin + dimethicone works
This is a combination of two medicines: Pancreatin and Dimethicone. Pancreatin is a digestive enzyme that helps in digestion of food. Dimethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Common side effects of pancreatin + dimethicone
Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Abdominal distension, Rash, Increased uric acid level in blood, Itching, Red spots or bumps, Hypersensitivity
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Expert advice for Pancreatin + Dimethicone
- Pancreatin + Dimethicone helps in the treatment of indigestion and bloating.
- They lower stool frequency and improve stomach pain, gassiness, 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 along with it.
- It may cause mouth irritation. Swallow the capsules completely. Don't chew, crush, or hold it in your mouth.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain while taking this medicine.
- Inform you doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Pancreatin + Dimethicone
Pancreatin + Dimethicone
Q. What is Pancreatin+Dimethicone?
Pancreatin+Dimethicone is a combination of two medicines: Pancreatin and Dimethicone. Pancreatin is a pancreatic enzyme supplement for people whose bodies do not make enough enzymes to digest their food. It contains a mixture of the natural enzymes which are used to digest food. Dimethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Q. Is it safe to use Pancreatin+Dimethicone?
Yes, Pancreatin+Dimethicone is safe for most of the patients. However, it may cause some common side effects like stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, feeling sick and other uncommon and rare side effects like a fibrosing colonopathy (a rare bowel condition in which a part of the gut becomes narrow). Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Pancreatin+Dimethicone leads to diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Pancreatin+Dimethicone can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Also, avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine.