Aflate N 250mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Aflate N 250mg Tablet is used to treat pancreatic enzyme deficiency. It is a pancreatic enzyme supplement that helps in digestion. This medicine also reduces stool frequency and stomach discomfort.
Aflate N 250mg Tablet should be taken during or immediately after eating a meal or a snack with plenty of water. This helps the enzymes mix with the food so they can help digest it. The dose you’re given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. You may be taking it for the rest of your life, so get into a routine and make sure you take it regularly. Aflate N 250mg Tablet may only be a part of your treatment which could include a special diet.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, abdominal bloating, and diarrhea. If these bother you or won’t go away, let your doctor know. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.
You should let your doctor know if you have gout, asthma, or any allergies. If you have diabetes, this medicine may affect your blood sugar levels and therefore your diabetes treatment. You shouldn’t take it at the same time as an antacid. Talk to your doctor if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure it’s safe for you. While you’re taking it, your doctor may carry out regular blood tests to make sure it’s helping you.
Aflate N 250mg Tablet should be taken during or immediately after eating a meal or a snack with plenty of water. This helps the enzymes mix with the food so they can help digest it. The dose you’re given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. You may be taking it for the rest of your life, so get into a routine and make sure you take it regularly. Aflate N 250mg Tablet may only be a part of your treatment which could include a special diet.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, abdominal bloating, and diarrhea. If these bother you or won’t go away, let your doctor know. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects.
You should let your doctor know if you have gout, asthma, or any allergies. If you have diabetes, this medicine may affect your blood sugar levels and therefore your diabetes treatment. You shouldn’t take it at the same time as an antacid. Talk to your doctor if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding to make sure it’s safe for you. While you’re taking it, your doctor may carry out regular blood tests to make sure it’s helping you.
Uses of Aflate N Tablet
- Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency
Benefits of Aflate N Tablet
In Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency
Aflate N 250mg Tablet is an enzyme supplement for people who do not make enough naturally in their bodies to digest food properly. The enzymes in this medicine help digest food (fats, carbohydrates, and protein) as it passes through the gut. It should be taken with your meal or snack to help it work effectively. Take Aflate N 250mg Tablet for as long as it is prescribed for maximum benefits. Some may need it for the rest of their lives. You might also be asked to alter your diet to help with digestion.
Side effects of Aflate N Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aflate N
- Stomach pain
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
How to use Aflate N Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aflate N 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Aflate N Tablet works
Pancreatin is a pancreatic enzyme supplement. It mixes thoroughly with food and helps in digestion.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aflate N 250mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aflate N 250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aflate N 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Aflate N 250mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aflate N 250mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Uric acid levels may increase in patients with underlying kidney disease, so caution should be exercised.
Uric acid levels may increase in patients with underlying kidney disease, so caution should be exercised.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aflate N 250mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aflate N Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Aflate N 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Aflate N 250mg Tablet for the treatment of pancreatic enzyme deficiency.
- They lower stool frequency and improve stomach pain and stool consistency.
- Take it during or immediately after a meal or a snack as per your doctor’s advice and drink plenty of water.
- It can cause mouth irritation, so do not chew, crush, or hold it in your mouth. Swallow the medicine completely.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Digestive enzymes
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Aflate N 250mg Tablet
Once A Day
50%
Twice A Day
40%
Thrice A Day
10%
FAQs
Q. What does Aflate N 250mg Tablet help with?
Aflate N 250mg Tablet is a pancreatic enzyme supplement created with a mixture of enzymes. It is given to patients whose pancreas is not able to create enough of their own enzymes to digest the food. It is also given to treat digestion problems caused in patients whose pancreas have been surgically removed or are not working well.
Q. Is it safe to take Aflate N 250mg Tablet?
Aflate N 250mg Tablet is usually safe in patients who have been prescribed to take it for digestion issues caused due to problems of the pancreas. Aflate N 250mg Tablet can cause an increase in blood uric acid levels, thereby worsening your gout and causing painful swollen joints. Aflate N 250mg Tablet may also cause allergic reactions like skin rashes, swollen lips, increased flatulence, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medicine and give a proper history of allergies and the medicines you are currently taking.
Q. How should I take Aflate N 250mg Tablet?
Take the capsule with food and swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of fluids after taking the medicine. It is very essential to increase your fluid intake while taking Aflate N 250mg Tablet. In case you have trouble swallowing capsules, you can take out the granules from the capsules and mix them with fruit juices or yoghurt and swallow it. Just be careful not to crush the granules.
Q. What food should I eat if I have pancreatic enzyme insufficiency?
You should try to take five small meals to make it easier for your pancreas to digest what you eat. Take a well-balanced, low-fat diet and strictly limit the foods which contain a high amount of saturated and trans fats. Your diet should preferably contain whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fat-free meat/poultry, beans and low-fat dairy sources. Drink plenty of fluids and water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Ask your doctor if you can take regular vitamin like A, D, E, and K, as it will be benefecial for you. You can have limited amounts of healthy polyunsaturated fat. Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol strictly because this can damage your pancreas.
Q. Can Aflate N 250mg Tablet be given in children?
Yes, Aflate N 250mg Tablet can be given to children. Just like adults, even children need to be given a sufficient amount of fluids while on treatment with Aflate N 250mg Tablet. When giving it to infants aged 12 months or less, you can open the capsule and empty the contents directly into the infant’s mouth. Following this, you can feed breast milk or infant milk formula to your baby. However, do not mix the medicine directly into the formula or breast milk. Also, be cautious to see that the baby swallows the entire medicine and nothing is retained in the baby’s mouth, as it can cause irritation in the mouth.
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