Mezim Forte is an enzyme preparation.It is a round tablets of pink color, covered with an enteric coating, with biconvex surfaces with possible brown patches on the fracture.
One tablet contains 137.5 mg of pancreatin.In addition, the preparation contains such pancreatic enzymes as lipase, amylase and proteases, which facilitate the digestion of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. The drug is able to compensate for the apparent lack of function of the external secretion of the pancreas, while contributing to improved digestion.
Average single dose "Mezim Forte 10000" is one or two tabletsduring the meal. The duration of treatment depends on many factors and if the digestion is disturbed due to improper diet compliance, it can take several days. In the case of the need for prolonged replacement therapy - a few months. Tablets are taken orally, not chewed. You can drink medicine with liquid.
When using this drug with drugsiron can decrease iron absorption. The reception of Mezim Forte with antacid agents containing magnesium hydroxide or potassium carbonate may cause a decrease in the effectiveness of the main active substance - pancreatin.
Unfortunately, at the moment, securitydrugs in pregnancy and lactation are not well understood. Thus, taking the drug during pregnancy can be carried out only if the probable benefit for a woman exceeds the possible risk for the child, due to a lack of clinical information that confirms its safe use in this period.
Side effects "Mezim Forte" may appear from the sidematerial exchange. With prolonged use of the drug in large doses, hyperuricosuria can develop, as well as a rise in the level of uric acid in the blood. Among the side effects are also various allergic reactions.
This drug should be stored in a dry place, which does not penetrate light and is inaccessible to children. Storage temperature should not exceed 25 degrees. Shelf life - 3 years from the date of production.
Indications: "Mezim Forte" is used in case of insufficiencyfunction of the external secretion of the pancreas, including chronic pancreatitis and cystic fibrosis, with chronic inflammatory and dystrophic diseases of the stomach, liver, intestines, with improved digestion of food in the presence of errors in nutrition in people with normal gastrointestinal function, in preparation for ultrasound and radiographic examination abdominal cavity.
The drug is not recommended for acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis in the acute stage, as well as with increased sensitivity to individual components of the drug.
The appointment of Mezim Forte to children is a matter that is decided on an individual basis, and its solution depends, first of all, on the current clinical situation.
The drug is dispensed in a pharmacy without a prescription.
Reviews: People who dealt with Mezim, note,that in most cases, the action of the medicine begins after half an hour. The drug is very popular during feasts and celebrations, when you need to try a lot of sharp, fried and fatty dishes. The drug makes it possible to enjoy food and avoid its negative effects on the body and health in general. Despite the fact that Mezim is a practically harmless drug, it should not be abused, especially when it exceeds the dosage. If you follow the rules of taking the drug recommended by the manufacturer (Berlin-Chemie Menarini, Germany), you can avoid possible side effects. Sometimes with drug intolerance, constipation, diarrhea, and abdominal pain may occur. Since with prolonged intake of the drug deterioration of the absorption of iron from food, you can additionally enter into the diet preparations containing iron, in order to prevent its deficiency.
