Enzar Forte Tablet

Enzar Forte tablet is a combination of pancreatin and sodium tauroglycocholate used to treat indigestion, gas formation, loss of appetite, post-operative digestive issues, and recovery. It should be taken as advised by the doctor and can be taken after food. You may experience temporary side effects of Enzar Forte tablet, like nausea, vomiting or diarrhoea.

These side effects normally go away with time, but if you feel your condition deteriorates, you should consult your doctor or visit the hospital. Lifestyle changes such as eating a fibre-rich diet, increasing hydration intake, and exercising regularly can help you get better results. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, you should inform your doctor before using this medication.

You should also inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems or excessive blood uric acid levels.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhoea, increased levels of uric acid in the blood and urine. Seek urgent medical help if you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of the Enzar Forte tablet.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of the Enzar Forte tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Enzar Forte tablet contains Pancreatin and Sodium Tauroglycocholate. These medicinal ingredients promote the digestion of complex chemicals substances i.e. they break down the fats into fatty acids, proteins into peptides and starch into simple sugars. Thus, they help in digesting food.

Directions for Use

• Enzar Forte tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It can be taken with or without food.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Enzar Forte tablet during pregnancy?

Enzar Forte tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly considered essential by the doctor. However, if prescribed, then it should be used in the lowest effective dose to provide adequate nutrition. It is essential to consult the doctor before using any medicine while you are pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Enzar Forte tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information about the effects of the Enzar Forte tablet during breastfeeding, thus contact your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Enzar Forte tablet?

It is not expected that the Enzar Forte tablet will affect your ability to drive. But, if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert, you should avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Enzar Forte tablet?

Although there is no known interaction of the Enzar Forte tablet with alcohol, it is important to consult your doctor if you drink alcohol too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have lactase insufficiency, glucose/galactose malabsorption syndrome (inability of the body to absorb glucose or galactose).
• You experience irritation in the mouth or anus area.
• You have problems with your intestine like Crohn's disease, short bowel syndrome.
• You develop an allergic reaction after taking the Enzar Forte tablet.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to pancreatin, sodium tauroglycocholate or any other ingredient of the Enzar Forte tablet.
• If you are allergic to pork protein.
• If you cannot easily digest or absorb milk sugars.
• If you have any problems with your pancreas like a severe infection.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Skin rash
• Burning sensation around the mouth and anus

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of antacids like calcium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide may reduce the effects of the Enzar Forte tablets.
• The effect of iron supplements can be reduced when used together with the Enzar Forte tablet.
• You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction.

Interactions with food items

Enzar Forte tablet can be taken with or without food.

Storage and disposal

• Store the Enzar Forte tablets in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.
• Do not use expired medicines.
• Discard any unused medicine properly. Do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop taking the Enzar Forte on my own?

No, you should never stop taking the Enzar Forte until advised by a doctor, even if you are feeling good. If you stop the treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen.

Can I use the Enzar forte tablet for indigestion?

Yes, the Enzar Forte tablet can be used to treat indigestion. However, it is important to take a doctor's advice before using this medicine.

Should the Enzar forte be taken with food or without food?

Enzar forte tablet should be taken with food.

What is the composition of Enzar forte?

The Enzar forte composition includes pancreatin and sodium tauroglycocholate.

Can I take Enzar forte for gastric?

Yes, it provides beneficial effects for gas or flatulence.

Is Enzar Forte an antibiotic?

No, Enzar Forte is not an antibiotic medicine. This medicine eases the digestion process and is used to treat indigestion.

How long Enzar Forte can be used?

You can take Enzar forte for as long as a doctor has recommended you. Do not exceed the maximum daily doses and treatment durations recommended.

Does Enzar Forte cause constipation?

Constipation, diarrhoea, stomach pain etc. are a few of the common side effects that can be seen during the treatment with Enzaar forte. Although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine.

Will Enzar Forte tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

No, you should not take a higher than the recommended dose of Enzar Forte. It may not be more effective, rather it may increase the risk of serious side effects. If your condition is not improved after taking Enzar Forte, at the recommended dose, please consult your doctor.