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Pancreatic enzyme replacement — GPhC CRA MCQ

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ModerateGastro-intestinal TherapeuticsPancreatic enzyme replacementGPhC CRA

A patient with chronic pancreatitis is started on pancreatin capsules. He asks how to take them with meals. What would you advise the patient?

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Correct answer: A — Take the capsules with meals and snacks, spreading doses through the meal

Pancreatin provides digestive enzymes and should be taken with food, including snacks. Doses are often spread through the meal to mix with food and support digestion. The other options either delay appropriate care, use an unsuitable medicine, or miss the main safety issue.

Reference: BNF; NICE CKS