noun
- plural of pancreatin; enzyme preparations derived from the pancreas, used to aid digestion
Usage: medical; pharmaceutical
Examples
- The doctor prescribed pancreatins to help with her digestive problems.
- Pancreatins are commonly used to treat pancreatic insufficiency.
- These pancreatins contain lipase, protease, and amylase enzymes.
- Patients with cystic fibrosis often require pancreatins with meals.
- The pharmacy stocks several brands of pancreatins for digestive support.
- Pancreatins should be taken with food for maximum effectiveness.