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Drug overview for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
Generic name: DIGESTIVE ENZYMES COMBO NO.8/L. ACIDOPHILUS/PECTIN, CITRUS
Drug class: Digestive Enzymes
Therapeutic class: Gastrointestinal Therapy Agents
Lactobacillus acidophilus is a bacterium that produces lactic acid, thereby creating an environment unfavorable to the overgrowth of potentially pathogenic fungi and bacteria (including putrefactive bacteria) and favoring establishment of an aciduric flora.
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Generic name: DIGESTIVE ENZYMES COMBO NO.8/L. ACIDOPHILUS/PECTIN, CITRUS
Drug class: Digestive Enzymes
Therapeutic class: Gastrointestinal Therapy Agents
Lactobacillus acidophilus is a bacterium that produces lactic acid, thereby creating an environment unfavorable to the overgrowth of potentially pathogenic fungi and bacteria (including putrefactive bacteria) and favoring establishment of an aciduric flora.
No enhanced Uses information available for this drug.
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The following indications for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus) have been approved by the FDA:
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The following dosing information is available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
Lactobacillus acidophilus is administered orally, preferably with milk, fruit juice, or water. The conventional capsules, tablets, and granules may be chewed or swallowed whole, and the granules or contents of Intestinex(R) capsules may be added to or taken with cereal, food, milk, fruit juice, or water. The commercially available enteric-coated capsules should be swallowed whole.
Dosage of the commercial preparation containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and sodium carboxymethylcellulose is 2 capsules 2-4 times daily. Dosage of the commercial preparations containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. bulgaricus is 2 capsules, 4 tablets, or 1 packet of granules 3 or 4 times daily.
Dosage of the commercially available enteric-coated capsules containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. casei is 1 capsule daily for the first 2 weeks of therapy; dosage may then be increased up to a maximum of 3 capsules daily if necessary.
Dosage of the commercial preparation containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and sodium carboxymethylcellulose is 2 capsules 2-4 times daily. Dosage of the commercial preparations containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. bulgaricus is 2 capsules, 4 tablets, or 1 packet of granules 3 or 4 times daily.
Dosage of the commercially available enteric-coated capsules containing Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. casei is 1 capsule daily for the first 2 weeks of therapy; dosage may then be increased up to a maximum of 3 capsules daily if necessary.
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No dosing information available.
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The following drug interaction information is available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
There are 1 contraindications.
These drug combinations generally should not be dispensed or administered to the same patient. A manufacturer label warning that indicates the contraindication warrants inclusion of a drug combination in this category, regardless of clinical evidence or lack of clinical evidence to support the contraindication.
| Drug Interaction | Drug Names |
|---|---|
| Acarbose; Miglitol/Amylase; Pancreatin SEVERITY LEVEL: 1-Contraindicated Drug Combination: This drug combination is contraindicated and generally should not be dispensed or administered to the same patient. MECHANISM OF ACTION: Digestive enzyme preparations such as amylase or pancreatin may break down acarbose(1) and miglitol.(2) CLINICAL EFFECTS: The concurrent administration digestive enzyme preparations such as amylase or pancreatin may decrease the effectiveness of acarbose(1) and miglitol.(2) PREDISPOSING FACTORS: None determined. PATIENT MANAGEMENT: The manufacturer of acarbose states that digestive enzymes such as amylase or pancreatin should not be taken concomitantly with acarbose.(1) The manufacturer of miglitol states that digestive enzymes such as amylase or pancreatin should not be taken concomitantly with miglitol.(2) DISCUSSION: Because digestive enzyme preparations such as amylase or pancreatin may break down acarbose(1) and miglitol(2) and decrease their effectiveness, the manufacturer of acarbose(1) and miglitol(2) state they should not be taken concomitantly with these agents. |
ACARBOSE, MIGLITOL, PRECOSE |
There are 0 severe interactions.
There are 0 moderate interactions.
The following contraindication information is available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
Drug contraindication overview.
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There are 0 contraindications.
There are 2 severe contraindications.
Adequate patient monitoring is recommended for safer drug use.
| Severe List |
|---|
| Gastrointestinal obstruction |
| Meconium ileus |
There are 6 moderate contraindications.
Clinically significant contraindication, where the condition can be managed or treated before the drug may be given safely.
| Moderate List |
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| Crohn's disease |
| Fibrosing colonopathy |
| Gastrointestinal tract surgery |
| Gout |
| Hyperuricemia |
| Short bowel syndrome |
The following adverse reaction information is available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
Adverse reaction overview.
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There are 8 severe adverse reactions.
| More Frequent | Less Frequent |
|---|---|
| None. |
Abdominal pain with cramps |
| Rare/Very Rare |
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Biliary calculus Diarrhea Disorder of the digestive system Fibrosing colonopathy Gastrointestinal obstruction Hyperuricemia Nausea |
There are 9 less severe adverse reactions.
| More Frequent | Less Frequent |
|---|---|
| None. |
Abdominal distension Cough Dizziness Flatulence Headache disorder |
| Rare/Very Rare |
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Pruritus ani Pruritus of skin Skin rash Urticaria |
The following precautions are available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
No enhanced Pediatric Use information available for this drug.
Contraindicated
Severe Precaution
Management or Monitoring Precaution
Contraindicated
| None |
Severe Precaution
| None |
Management or Monitoring Precaution
| None |
No enhanced Pregnancy information available for this drug.
No enhanced Lactation information available for this drug.
No enhanced Geriatric Use information available for this drug.
The following prioritized warning is available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus):
No warning message for this drug.
No warning message for this drug.
The following icd codes are available for DIGESTIVE ENZYMES (digestive enzymes combo no.8/l. acidophilus/pectin, citrus)'s list of indications:
No ICD codes found for this drug.
No ICD codes found for this drug.
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