Pertzye Side Effects

Serious Side Effects of Pertzye

Taking Pertzye can increase your chance of getting fibrosing colonopathy, which can require you to have surgery. Symptoms of this include abdominal pain, bloating, difficulty with bowel movements, nausea, severe diarrhea, and vomiting.
Signs of a serious allergic reaction include anaphylaxis, trouble breathing, hives, and itchiness.

Common Side Effects of Pertzye

You may experience diarrhea, an upset stomach, or a cough when taking Pertzye.
When Pertzye is not swallowed completely, the medication may irritate the mucous of the mouth.

Warnings & Recalls for Pertzye

Pertzye Warnings

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to pork products.
If you have a history of intestine blockage, bowel scars or thickening, gout, any kidney diseases, or hyperuricemia tell your doctor.

Pertzye Treatment and Use

Pertzye | pancrelipase is a Pancreatic Enzyme Product used as treatment for Exorine Pancreatic Insufficiency from patients with cystic fibrosis. This formulation was marketed as Pancrecarb MS-16 prior to its release as Pertzye. This medication helps patients with a decreased ability to digest food due to a decrease in enzyme production.

How does Pertzye work?

Pertzye contains lipase, protease, and amylase, which are digestive enzymes. These enzymes help increase the body’s ability to digest food for those with impaired production of enzymes from the pancreas.

Pertzye Dosage Information

Do not substitute Pertzye with another PEP. You should take the smallest dose that is effective for you depending on your symptoms.

Pertzye is to be taken during meals and snacks without crushing or chewing the capsules. If you are unable to swallow the capsule, you can carefully mix the contents of the capsule with applesauce.

Other Names for Pertzye

Brand name:

Pertzye

Pancrecarb MS-16

Generic name:

Pancrelipase