Pankreoflat Tablet

Pankreoflat Tablet is used to treat abdominal pain and associated bloating and indigestion. It is a combination medication containing Pancreatin and Dimethicone. It works together and allows easy passage of the stomach gas and relives the pain caused due to it.

Pankreoflat Tablet is advised to be taken in order to assist with the digestion of fatty foods in your bodies. Pankreoflat is prescribed in cases where the pancreas has been surgically removed or is not working properly.

You must always consult your doctor before the usage of this medicine. It is also prescribed in cases of intestinal gas, stomach ache, abdominal pain or bloating.

Pankreoflat Tablet is an oral tablet that produces extra digestive enzymes, like protease, lipase and amylase, in the body. They speed up the process of breakdown of fats and thus, help with digestion.

The best time to take the medicine is with food. The tablet is composed of pancreatin and dimethicone. It is advisable to check whether you are allergic to the ingredients.

Retention in the mouth before swallowing may cause mucosal irritation and stomatitis. Do not crush or chew, patient should swallow whole. Patient must avoid inhaling powder dosage form.

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• Bloating

• Indigestion

• Stomach Pain

• Allergy

• Stomach Upset

• Anxiety

• Swelling

• Diarrhoea

• Coating On Tongue

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is not advisable to avoid alcohol as it may intensify the drowsiness effect.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  If you are pregnant, you must consult your doctor before consuming Pankreoflat Tablet.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  You must discuss the pros and cons with your doctor before consuming it, if you are breast feeding.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Pankreoflat Tablet is not advisable to drive after taking the medicine just in case the drowsiness kicks in.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is not known to cause any kidney irregularity but refer to your doctor’s advice regarding this.

• Does this affect liver function?

  It is not known to cause any liver irregularity but refer to your doctor’s advice regarding this.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It may take one day to one month’s time for this Tablet to show effect, depending on the severity of your condition. You must stop the use if no effect is seen in seven days.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of effect may take two hours to two days.

• Is it habit forming?

  This Tablet is not addictive but it is always better to consult a doctor before consuming it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Pankreoflat Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Endyze 170 Mg/80 Mg Tablet

  Curagen Biological Pharmaceuticals

• Diapepsin P 170 Mg/80 Mg Tablet

  Union Drug

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this tablet, take it as soon as possible. Do not consume an extra dose for a missed dose. If the time is close to the next dose, skip it.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Do not consume this Tablet doses more than what is prescribed. It may cause serious side effects. Do not suggest the tablet to somebody with similar symptoms. Always refer to a doctor before consuming the medicine.

Pankreoflat Tablet contains digestive enzymes like protease, lipase and amylase. It speeds up the break down of fats, peptides and starches using these enzymes as catalyst, which helps in improving digestion. Also, the drug contains anti-foaming agent, which disintegrates gas bubbles, hence allows easy passage for the gas.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  It is not generally advisable to consume a medicine with alcohol. Consult your doctor in special conditions.

• Interaction with Others

  This Tablet is generally consumed after food but it always advisable to follow your doctor’s instructions.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Pankreoflat Tablet reacts with herbal, topical medicines.

• Interaction with Disease

  Refer to your doctor to know about effects of consuming this Tablet along with any other disease.

• Ques : What is Pankreoflat Tablet?

  Ans : Pankreoflat is a medication which contains Dimethicone and pancreatin as active ingredients in it. This medication perform its action by constructing the hydrating barricade on the skin to prevent water loss and helps in digestion. It is also used to treat stomach pain, pain in abdomen, bloating, etc.

• Ques : What is Pankreoflat Tablet used for?

  Ans : Pankreoflat is used in treatment, control, and prevention of below-mentioned conditions such as:

  • Digestion of food
  • Bloating
  • Stomach pain
  • Stomach gas

• Ques : What are the side effects of Pankreoflat Tablet?

  Ans : This Tablet has some known side effects, which are Stomach Upset, Anxiety, Swelling, Diarrhea and Coating On Tongue.

• Ques : Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?

  Ans : Most of the medication do not come with addiction or abuse. India government has categorised medications which can be addictive. Do not self-medicate. Please consult your doctors about the risks and benefits before taking this medication.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Pankreoflat Tablet?

  Ans : This Tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

• Ques : What precautions should you take while using Pankreoflat Tablet?

  Ans : Pankreoflat should be used with some precautions. It is important to take care of these precautions to avoid worsening conditions. Patients should not use Pankreoflat Tablet during pregnancy and while breastfeeding & are advised to drink plenty of water and should not take high dose than the recommended.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Pankreoflat Tablet?

  Ans : Pankreoflat should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

• Ques : Can Pankreoflat Tablet be used for digestion of food and inflammatory disease of the pancreas?

  Ans : Yes. Pankreoflat is used for digestion of food and inflammatory disease of the pancreas.

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