Pancrezyme powder is a digestive aid that helps supplement dogs and cats who cannot digest carbohydrates, proteins, and fats due to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.
What is Pancrezyme powder? Pancrezyme is a powder that contains whole raw porcine (pig) pancreas. This helps supplement dogs/cats that lack the appropriate enzymes necessary for digestion due to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Pancrezyme powder is formulated for: dogs and cats.
What are the benefits of Pancrezyme powder? Pancrezyme is a convenient way to supply pancreatic enzymes to animals that are not producing them. This product helps digest protein, carbohydrates, and fats. The powder formulation can be sprinkled on food making it easy to administer pancreatic enzymes to your pet.
How does Pancrezyme powder work? Pancrezyme powder replaces the enzymes that are normally produced by the pancreas. These enzymes are important for the proper digestion and absorption of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. Dogs and cats with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency typically lack these enzymes so they need to be supplemented in order for digestion to occur normally.
How is Pancrezyme powder administered? Pancrezyme is given orally (by mouth). Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. Pancrezyme is given with food. The powder should be mixed with your pet’s food and a little water if your pet eats dry food. Let the mixture stand for 15-20 minutes before offering it to your pet. Small, more frequent meals are recommended. In most cases, this medication needs to be administered indefinitely in order to control your pet’s problem.
What results can I expect? Your pet’s digestion should improve rapidly. Weight gain and improvement in stools and hair coat may take some time so be patient. If Pancrezyme is discontinued, symptoms will likely reoccur.
What Form(s) does Pancrezyme powder come in? Powder comes in 8 oz and 12 oz sizes.

Directions:
Give the exact amount prescribed. It is given with each meal and is usually given for the life of the pet. Mix the prescribed dose in your pet’s food. If feeding dry food, moisten the food with warm water and then add the enzymes. Allow this mixture to stand 15-20 minutes before feeding your pet.

Talk to your veterinarian about:

• When will your pet need to be rechecked
• What tests may need to be performed prior to and during treatment with this drug
• What are the risks and benefits of using this drug

Tell your veterinarian about:

• If your pet has experienced side-effects on other drugs/products
• If your pet has experienced liver or kidney disease or any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
• All medicines and supplements that you are giving your pet or plan to give your pet, including those you can get without a prescription
• If your pet is pregnant or nursing or if you plan to breed your pet.

Storage: Store in a tight, light resistant, childproof container in a cool, dry place at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep this and all medication out of reach of children and pets.

Warnings: Inhalation of the powder can be irritating to both human and animal lungs and throats and may cause an asthma attack. Do not inhale this powder nor allow your pet to inhale the powder. Powder will burn or irritate skin on contact. Wash your skin or your pet’s skin immediately upon contact. Wash your hands after handling this product. Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product.

Potential side effects include:

• If any of the following side effects occur, contact your veterinarian immediately: hives, difficult breathing, swelling (lips, tongue or face)
• May cause mouth irritation if it hasn’t been mixed well with moistened food and allowed to stand
• High doses may cause nausea, cramping, diarrhea or vomiting
• If these symptoms persist or you notice anything else unusual, contact your veterinarian.