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Viokase 16 (lipase/protease/amylase (porcine))

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data

Overview

USES: This medication contains digestive enzymes, which are natural substances needed by the body to help break down and digest food. It is used when the pancreas cannot make or does not release enough digestive enzymes into the gut to digest the food. Depending on the amount of enzymes in your product, it may be used for indigestion, as a supplement, or as replacement therapy (such as in chronic pancreatitis, cystic fibrosis, cancer of the pancreas, after surgery on the pancreas or gut).

Some supplement products have been found to contain possibly harmful impurities/additives. Check with your pharmacist for more details about the brand you use. The FDA has not reviewed this product for safety or effectiveness.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Generic name: lipase/protease/amylase (porcine)

Reference product & biosimilars

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Indications

The following indications are listed for Viokase 16:

  • Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data