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Enteral Nutrition Options in the Patient with
Fat Malabsorption
Table 8. Oral Pancreatic Enzymes & Dosage Units
Form Product Manufacturer Lipase units*
Enteric-coated
capsule contents
(acid suppression may be
required if the pancreas
is so compromised that
bicarbonate secretion is
diminished or absent to
alkalinize gastric secretion
from the stomach)
Creon AbbVie • 3000
• 6000
• 12,000
• 24,000
• 36,000
Pancreaze Vivus • 2600
• 4200
• 10,500
• 16,800
• 21,000
Pertzye Digestive Care,
Inc
• 4000
• 8000
• 16,000
• 24,000
Zenpep Nestlé Health
Science
• 3000
• 5000
• 10,000
• 15,000
• 20,000
• 25,000
• 40,000
Non-enteric coated tablet
(acid suppression is required)
Viokace Nestlé Health
Science
• 10,440
• 20,880
Notes:
• Although oral pancreatic enzymes also include protease and amylase, clinicians
typically dose based on lipase units.
• Oral pancreatic enzymes are derived from porcine sources and should be used with
caution in individuals with pork allerg y.
