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What is Pancrezyme Powder?
Pancrezyme Powder (pancreatic enzymes) is used to treat pancreatic insufficiency or maldigestion syndrome. It's used in pets whose bodies are not making a sufficient amount of pancreatic enzymes. Pancrezyme Powder consists of enzymes naturally produced by the pancreas necessary for the digestion of food. Pancrezyme Powder is used as a digestive aid and as replacement therapy for inadequate digestion due to pancreatic insufficiency. Pancreatic enzymes are derived from whole, raw pancreas of pork origin. Pancrezyme Powder may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
NOTE: Pancreatic enzymes are also available in tablet form as PancreVed.
For:
Cats and Dogs
Benefits:
- Effective treatment for Pancreatic Insufficiency Disorder (PID)
- Restores pet to healthy weight (weight loss is often associated with PID)
How does Pancrezyme Powder work?
Pancrezyme Powder is a form of pancreatic enzymes normally produced by the pancreas for the purpose of digesting and absorbing fats, proteins, and carbohydrates It is used for those pets in which the enzymes are not produced naturally and in sufficient quantity.
Cautions:
Pancrezyme Powder is a concentrate derived from whole raw pancreas of porcine origin, and therefore should not be given to pets allergic to pork. Pet parents should avoid inhaling the powder since it can irritate the mouth. If your pet experiences any side effects such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, hives or diarrhea occur, stop giving Pancrezyme Powder and seek emergency veterinary medical attention.
Brand Name:
Pancrezyme Powder (Virbac), Viokase-V (Fort Dodge)
Generic Name:
Pancreatic Enzymes
What is the most important thing I should know about Pancrezyme Powder?
Pancrezyme Powder is use in dogs and cats. Pancrezyme Powder is available as an easy-to-administer powder. (For tablets, see our PancreVed product page). Each 1 teaspoonful of powder (2.8 gm) contains Lipase (71,400 USP Units), Protease (388,000 USP Units) and Amylase (460,000 USP Units). The usual dose of Pancrezyme Powder in dogs is 3/4-1 teaspoonful mixed with each meal. After mixing, allow the mixture to stand for 15-20 minutes before feeding it to your pet. For cats, the usual dose of Pancrezyme Powder is 1/4-3/4 teaspoonful of the powder mixed with each meal. After mixing, allow the mixture to stand for 15-20 minutes before feeding it to your pet.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Pancrezyme Powder to my pet?
Tell your veterinarian if your pet has an allergy to pork. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given antacids such as Maalox, H2 blockers such as cimetidine or proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.
How should Pancrezyme Powder be given?
Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Avoid inhaling the powder as it might irritate the mouth. Store Pancrezyme Powder at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep this medication away from children and pets.
What are the potential side effects of Pancrezyme Powder?
If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Pancrezyme Powder and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips, tongue or face; hives). Discontinue giving Pancrezyme Powder and talk to your veterinarian if your pet experiences diarrhea or loose stools. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.
What happens if I miss giving a dose of Pancrezyme Powder?
Give the missed dose as soon as you remember during the same day. However, if you don't remember until the next day, skip the dose you missed and give only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose my pet on Pancrezyme Powder?
An overdose of Pancrezyme Powder may cause vomiting, diarrhea and/or cramps. Contact your veterinarian or emergency veterinary clinic immediately if an overdose is suspected.
What should I avoid while giving Pancrezyme Powder to my pet?
Pancrezyme Powder should not be given to pets allergic to it, or to pets allergic to pork. Pet parents should avoid inhaling the powder as it might irritate the mouth.
What other drugs will affect Pancrezyme Powder?
Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given antacids such as Maalox, H2 blockers such as cimetidine or proton pump inhibitors such as Prilosec. Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Pancrezyme Powder. Talk to your veterinarian or pharmacist before giving any prescription or over the counter medicines.
Pancrezyme Powder Directions:
- Pancrezyme Powder is a digestive aid for pets with pancreatic insufficiency or maldigestion syndrome. (For tablets, see our PancreVed product page)
- Pancrezyme Powder consists of enzymes naturally produced by the pancreas necessary for the digestion of food.
- Pancreatic enzymes are derived from whole, raw pancreas of pork origin.
- Use Pancrezyme Powder only as directed by your veterinarian.
- Mix Pancrezyme Powder with moistened food at each meal as directed below. Allow mixture to stand for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before feeding to enhance digestion.
- Each teaspoon (2.8 g) of Pancrezyme Powder contains sufficient pancreatic enzymes to digest (in vitro): 260 g fat, 388 g protein 460 g starch. Quantity may be adjusted as directed by your veterinarian.
The pet parent should avoid inhaling powder as it might irritate the mouth. This product is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding only.
Pancrezyme Powder Dosage:
| Weight | Dosage |
|---|---|
| All weights | Give 1/4-3/4 teaspoonful of the powder thoroughly mixed in with each meal. After mixing, allow the mixture to stand for 15-20 minutes before feeding it to your pet. |
| Weight | Dosage |
|---|---|
| All weights | Give 3/4-1 teaspoonful of the powder thoroughly mixed in with each meal. After mixing, allow the mixture to stand for 15-20 minutes before feeding it to your pet. |
| Horses | Do not use! |
|---|
Storage:
Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
Pancrezyme Powder Ingredients:
| Active Ingredients (per teaspoon [2.8 gm]) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min.) | 48% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 0.43% |
| Crude Fiber (max.) | 0.15% |
| Moisture (max.) | 5% |
| *Amylase (porcine pancreas) (min.) | 460,000 USP units¹ |
| *Protease (porcine pancreas) (min.) | 388,000 USP units² |
| *Lipase (porcine pancreas) (min.) | 71,400 USP units³ |
| Calorie Content (ME-Calculated) | 3,763 kcal/kg, 10.5 kcal/teaspoon |
| Other Ingredients: Dried porcine pancreas, lactose. | |
| ¹Contains a source of amylase which can hydrolyze starch. 1 USP Unit decomposes starch at an initial rate such that 0.16 Eq of glycosidic linkage is hydrolyzed under standard conditions of the assay. | |
| ²Contains a source of protease which can hydrolyze proteins. 1 USP Unit hydrolyzes casein at an initial rate such that there is liberated per minute an amount of peptides not preciptated by trichloroacetic acid that gives the same absorbance at 280 nm as 15 nmol of tyrosine. |
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| ³Contains a source of lipase which can hydrolyze triglycerides. 1 USP Unit liberates 1.0 Eq of acid per minute at a pH of 9.0 and 37C. |
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