Pancrelipase lipase

Generic Name
Pancrelipase lipase
Brand Names
Cotazym, Creon, Pancrease MT, Pancreaze, Pertzye, Viokace, Zenpep
Drug Type
Biotech
Chemical Formula
-
CAS Number
9001-62-1
Unique Ingredient Identifier
8MYC33932O
Background

Pancrelipase, in general, is composed of a mixture of pancreatic enzymes which include amylases, lipases, and proteases. These enzymes are extracted from porcine pancreatic glands. The pancrelipase lipase is an enzyme secreted by the pancreas that is responsible for the hydrolysis of dietary fat molecules in the human digestive system. The pancrelipase mixture, including pancrelipase lipase, was developed by Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc and FDA approved on April 12, 2010.

Indication

Please refer to Pancrelipase.

Associated Conditions
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency, Pancreatic Insufficiency
Associated Therapies
Pancreatic enzyme replacement
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