Viokase

Viokase Pancrelipase

Pancreatic enzymes, also known as pancreases or pancrelipase and pancreatin, are commercial mixtures of amylase, lipase, and protease.[1][2] They are used to treat malabsorption syndrome due to certain pancreatic problems.[1] These pancreatic problems may be due to cystic fibrosis, surgical removal of the pancreas, long term pancreatitis, or pancreatic cancer, among others.[1][3] The preparation is taken by mouth....

Beige Pill With No Imprint

I have one about 8 or 9 mms that is smooth, with no scoring and no imprints at all. Edge is about 1/8". The first letters on the pill container are: P-a-n-c then either r or h. Then looks to read e-a. I asked my DVM for Viokase. I need to look up the drug and study up on it. Does anyone know the rest of the details? ## Well, without an imprint, I cannot tell you definitively what they are, however, the generic for Viokase is Pancrelipase, which is a combination of 3 enzymes used to treat digestive disorders. You can learn more here: Is there anything else I can help with? ## Pancrelipase is it -- my veterinarian had only written a fragment of the drug name. Your answer is very much appreciated and I can now study the drug for other pets as that cat has recovered from her long but te...

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