PANCREATIC ENZYMES

The pancreatic enzymes in PANZYM Powder are obtained 
from porcine pancreas. The pancreatic enzyme content in 
the porcine pancreatic tissue used varies according to the 
feed, living conditions and the age of the pigs for slaughter. 
As a result, the enzyme concentration in pancreatic enzyme 
supplements can vary from batch to batch 1,3. Thus a 
minimum enzyme content is stated for PANZYM Powder. 
The enzyme concentration never falls below this minimum 
content. Under certain circumstances, however, this 
minimum content may be greatly exceeded, depending 
upon the batch used. Thus, not only does the required 
dose vary from case to case but variations may also occur 
between batches 1,3. The enzyme concentration never falls 
below the stated minimum content. The dosage 
recommendations can thus only be considered as rough 
guidelines. It is therefore sensible to inform the pet owners 
of the above circumstances and to recommend a dose 
based on the individual clinical response.

Pancreatic Enzymes Cat
 References  
1. Williams, D.A. (1995)
Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. In: Kirk’s current veterinary therapy small animal 
practice. Vol XII, Ed. J.D. Bonagura. W.B. Saunders, Philadelphia. pp. 732 - 735
2. Williams, D.A. (1997)
Pancreatic enzyme supplements. In: Veterinary proceedings 14th Annual North 
American Veterinary Conference, 194
3. Williams, D.A. (1997)
Feline exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. In: Veterinary proceedings 14th Annual 
North American Veterinary Conference, 191 – 193