<unk>  also known as pancreases or pancrelipase and<unk> , are commercial mixtures of amylase, lipase, and protease. They are used to treat malabsorption syndrome due to certain<unk>  problems. These<unk>  problems may be due to cystic fibrosis, surgical removal of the pancreas, long term<unk> is, or<unk>  cancer, among others. The preparation is taken by mouth. Common side effects include vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. Other side effects include perianal irritation and high blood uric acid. The<unk>  are from pigs. Use is believed to be safe during pregnancy. The components are digestive<unk>  similar to those normally produced by the human pancreas. They help the person digest fats, starches, and proteins.<unk> have been used as medications since at least the 1800s. They are on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. In 2017, it was the 275th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than one million prescriptions.
Pancreatic enzymes 
Bile acid
Alpha-amylase
Lipoprotein
Acute-phase protein
AST/ALT ratio
Lumirubin
Gastrointestinal hormone