Requires Prescription: Yes
Generics: Metoclopramide, Simethicone, Sodium Dehydrocholate, Bromelain, Pancreatin
Used For: Digestive Enzymes
How It Works:
Metoclopramide: Enhances stomach emptying and controls nausea by boosting peristaltic movement in the digestive tract.
Bromelain: Assists in protein digestion and reduces pain and inflammation.
Simethicone: Alleviates abdominal distension and bloating by absorbing gases and decreasing gas bubble surface tension.
Pancreatin: Improves nutrient digestion.
Sodium Dehydrocholate: Stimulates bile flow from the gallbladder to the duodenum and reduces bile stone formation risk.
Pepzym Tablets Usage and Safety:
Dosage: Metoclopramide, Simethicone, Sodium Dehydrocholate, Bromelain, Pancreatin
Side Effects: Common: General weakness or tiredness, severe headaches, eye movement difficulties, increased blood pressure, excessive sweating, itching, skin rash.
Drug Interactions: Consult your physician or pharmacist for potential interactions.
Indication: Used for conditions such as post-gastrointestinal bypass surgery, cancer, and chronic pancreatitis, where digestive enzyme production is insufficient.
When Not to Use:
Do not use if hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.
Pepzym Tablets Precautions:
Precaution: Regular monitoring by your doctor is essential to ensure effectiveness and check for adverse effects. Blood tests may be required.
Pepzym Tablets Warnings:
Warning 1: May cause dizziness, drowsiness, or impaired thinking. Avoid driving or engaging in activities requiring full alertness until you know how it affects you.
Warning 2: Metoclopramide can cause agitation, irritability, and abnormal behaviors, including suicidal thoughts or increased depression. Report any severe emotional changes to your doctor immediately.
Warning 3: Monitor blood pressure as it may increase while using this medicine, leading to headaches, dizziness, or blurred vision. Contact your doctor if you experience high blood pressure.
Additional Information:
Pregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before use.
Storage: Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
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