Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency
- Pancreatic enzyme replacement with meals/snacks
- Dose to fat content + symptoms
- Take enzymes throughout the meal
- Add acid suppression if response remains inadequate
- Replace fat-soluble vitamins when deficient
- Treat underlying pancreatitis/CF/pancreatic disease
Use at a glance
- Pancreatic enzyme replacement with meals/snacks
Practical pearls
- Dose to fat content + symptoms
- Take enzymes throughout the meal
- Treat underlying pancreatitis/CF/pancreatic disease
Choosing treatment
- Add acid suppression if response remains inadequate
Treatment selection
- Replace fat-soluble vitamins when deficient
Self-check
- What is taken with meals/snacks for pancreatic insufficiency?
Pancreatic enzyme replacement. - When should pancreatic enzymes be taken during a meal?
Throughout the meal.
Drugs used for this (2)
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