The dose of an enteric-coated pancrealipase preparation depends on the age of the patient and the fat load.
Food Type
Lipase Units
Typical Dose
formula
33.3 units per mL
8,000 units per 240 mL
breast milk
4,000 - 8,000 units per breastfeeding
solid baby food
66.7 units per mL
8,000 units per 120 mL
where:
• 1 tablespoon is 15 mL and 1 teaspoon is 5 mL.
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Specialty: Nutrition, Gastroenterology
