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Yevgen Yakovenko

General medicine12 years of experience
Licence no. 35/35/09707

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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About the medicine

How to use PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Introduction
  2. Pankreoflat 172 mg/80 mg Coated Tablets
  3. What is Pankreoflat and what is it used for
  4. What you need to know before taking Pankreoflat
  5. How to take Pankreoflat
  6. Possible side effects
  7. Storage of Pankreoflat
  8. Contents of the pack and further information

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Pankreoflat 172 mg/80 mg Coated Tablets

Pancreatin / Dimeticone

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

Follow exactly the administration instructions of the medicine contained in this leaflet or as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you need advice or more information, ask your pharmacist.
  • If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a side effect not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.
  • You should consult a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 10 days.

Contents of the Package Leaflet

  1. What is Pankreoflat and what is it used for
  2. What you need to know before taking Pankreoflat
  3. How to take Pankreoflat
  4. Possible side effects
  5. Storage of Pankreoflat
  6. Contents of the pack and further information
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1. What is Pankreoflat and what is it used for

Pankreoflat belongs to a group of medicines known as pancreatic enzymes and their combinations.

Thanks to its activity on fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, pancreatic enzymes facilitate digestion and promote the absorption of food in those individuals whose body is not able to produce these enzymes in sufficient quantity. Additionally, dimeticone acts on excess gases accumulated in the digestive tract, facilitating their elimination and relieving the discomfort they cause.

Pankreoflat is indicated for the relief of symptoms of digestive disorders in which aerophagia (swallowing of air), flatulence (accumulation of gases in the digestive system), such as stomach heaviness and slow digestion related to pancreatic enzyme insufficiency in adults and adolescents over 12 years old.

2. What you need to know before taking Pankreoflat

Do not take Pankreoflat

  • If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to pancreatin (lipase, amylase, protease) of porcine origin, dimeticone, cow's milk protein, or any of the other components of this medicine (listed in section 6).
  • If you have acute pancreatitis (acute inflammation of the pancreas).

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take Pankreoflat.

Be particularly careful with Pankreoflat:

  • If your symptoms worsen or persist after 10 days, you should stop treatment and consult a doctor.
  • If allergy symptoms (hypersensitivity) appear, treatment should be stopped and your doctor informed.
  • If you have lactose intolerance or a milk protein allergy, do not use this medicine.
  • If you have or have a history of hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid in the blood), gout, or kidney failure, you should use Pankreoflat with caution.

In any case, immediately inform your doctor so that he can decide whether to continue or not with the treatment or adjust it to your specific case, for example, by changing the recommended dose.

Children

Pankreoflat is not recommended for the treatment of infant colic due to the lack of information in this patient population.

Taking Pankreoflat with other medicines

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or may need to use any other medicine, as it may be necessary to interrupt treatment or adjust the dose of one of them.

Antacids such as calcium carbonate or magnesium hydroxide may decrease the therapeutic effects of Pankreoflat.

If you are taking iron supplements, you should space their administration at least 2 hours apart from Pankreoflat.

Taking Pankreoflat with food, drinks, and alcohol

It is not recommended to consume alcoholic beverages while being treated with Pankreoflat, as they may decrease the activity of the medicine.

Intake of foods that increase gas formation and carbonated beverages should be avoided.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

The possible benefit/risk should be assessed in case of prescribing and/or dispensing this medicine to a woman during pregnancy or breastfeeding, consulting with your doctor and/or pharmacist.

Driving and using machines

Given the characteristics of this medicine, it is unlikely that its administration will affect the ability to drive and operate hazardous machinery.

Important information about some of the components of Pankreoflat

This medicine contains sucrose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.

This medicine contains lactose. If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to certain sugars, consult with them before taking this medicine.

This medicine may cause allergic reactions in patients with a cow's milk protein allergy.

This medicine may produce allergic reactions (possibly delayed) because it contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-216).

This medicine contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet; that is, it is essentially "sodium-free".

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3. How to take Pankreoflat

Follow exactly the administration instructions of Pankreoflat contained in this leaflet or as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist.

In case of doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Adults and adolescents over 12 years old: the recommended dose is 1 to 2 coated tablets at each main meal. The dose should be adjusted individually according to symptoms and the fat content of the diet.

The tablets should be taken whole, without chewing or breaking, with sufficient liquid (water), during or after main meals.

Use in children

It should not be administered to children under 12 years old without medical supervision. Pankreoflat is not recommended in cases of infant colic.

If you take more Pankreoflat than you should

If you have taken more Pankreoflat than you should, consult your doctor immediately, go to the nearest hospital, or call the Toxicology Information Service. Phone: 91. 562.04.20, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.

If you forget to take Pankreoflat:

In case you forget to take a dose, wait until the next meal and take the usual number of tablets. Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

If you have any other doubts about the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

The side effects observed are described below according to their frequency of occurrence:

Very common (occur in at least 1 in 10 patients), common (occur in between 1 and 10 in 100 patients), uncommon (occur in between 1 and 10 in 1,000 patients), rare (occur in between 1 and 10 in 10,000 patients), very rare (occur in less than 1 in 10,000 patients).

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them.

The side effects reported are usually mild.

The possible side effects described below are classified according to their frequency of occurrence:

Very common side effects(occur in at least 1 in 10 patients)

  • Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

Uncommon side effects(occur in between 1 and 10 in 1,000 patients)

  • Constipation.

Very rare side effects(occur in less than 1 in 10,000 patients):

  • Weight loss.
  • Hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid levels in the blood), hyperuricosuria (elevated uric acid levels in urine).
  • Abdominal distension (feeling of bloating in the abdomen), colon stenosis (narrowing of the colon), intestinal obstruction, perianal irritation, dyspepsia (feeling of heavy digestion, abdominal bloating, early satiety),
  • Pruritus (itching sensation on the skin), skin rash, urticaria.
  • Edema, pain.

Side effects with unknown frequency:

  • Hypersensitivity reactions 1
  • Anaphylactic reactions (a type of allergic reaction that can manifest with the appearance of a skin rash, itching, and/or localized edema)
  • Angioedema (allergic reaction characterized by the appearance of skin and mucous membrane swelling)
  • Anaphylactic shock (severe allergic reaction that can manifest with difficulty breathing, or decreased blood pressure)
  • Mouth ulcers.
  1. The following hypersensitivity symptoms have been observed (urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic shock, asthma in patients with a history of intolerance or allergy to milk proteins).

Reporting of side effects

If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is a possible side effect not listed in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es.

By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Pankreoflat

Store below 30°C.

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiration date stated on the packaging, after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medicines you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point in your pharmacy. In case of doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medicines you no longer need. This way, you will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and further information

Composition of Pankreoflat

  • The active ingredients are pancreatin and dimeticone. Each coated tablet contains 80 mg of dimeticone and pancreatin in an amount equivalent to 6,000 Ph. Eur. units of amylase, 6,000 Ph. Eur. units of lipase, and 400 Ph. Eur. units of protease.
  • The other components are: skimmed milk powder containing lactose in its composition, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (E464), gum arabic (E414), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), sorbic acid (E200), sucrose, hydroxypropyl cellulose (E463), magnesium stearate, polyvinylpyrrolidone/polyvinyl acetate copolymer, shellac (E904), acetylated monoglycerides, silicon dioxide (E551), talc (E553b), povidone (E1201), polyethylene glycol (E1521), sodium carmellose (E466), titanium dioxide (E171), and carnauba wax.

Appearance of the product and pack contents

Pankreoflat are white, oblong, coated tablets.

Pack sizes of 20 and 50 coated tablets.

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing authorization holder

Faes Farma, S.A.

Autonomia Etorbidea, 10

48940 Leioa (Bizkaia)

Spain

Manufacturer

Faes Farma, S.A.

Maximo Agirre Kalea, 14

48940 Leioa (Bizkaia)

Spain

Date of the last revision of this leaflet: July 2019

Detailed information about this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/

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Yevgen Yakovenko

General medicine12 years of experience
Licence no. 35/35/09707

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

Book a video appointment
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Lina Travkina

General medicine13 years of experience

Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.

  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.

  • Digestive issues: gastritis, acid reflux (GERD), IBS, dyspepsia, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, functional bowel symptoms, intestinal infections.

  • Urological and infectious diseases: acute and recurrent cystitis, bladder and kidney infections, prevention of recurrent UTIs, asymptomatic bacteriuria.

  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.

  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.

  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.

  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.

  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.

  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.

  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.

  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.

  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.

  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.

  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

General medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies

  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management

  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses

  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment

  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance

  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis

  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care

  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring

  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal

  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Hocine Lokchiri

General medicine21 years of experience

Dr. Hocine Lokchiri is a French consultant with over 20 years of experience in General and Emergency Medicine. He works with adults and children, helping patients with urgent symptoms, infections, sudden health changes and everyday medical concerns that require timely evaluation. His background includes clinical practice in France, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates, which allows him to navigate different healthcare systems and manage a wide range of conditions with confidence. Patients value his calm, structured approach, clear explanations and evidence-based decision-making.

Online consultations with Dr. Lokchiri are suitable for many situations when someone needs quick medical guidance, reassurance or a clear next step. Common reasons for booking include:

  • fever, chills, fatigue and viral symptoms
  • cough, sore throat, nasal congestion, breathing discomfort
  • bronchitis and mild asthma flare-ups
  • nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, digestive infections
  • rashes, allergic reactions, redness, insect bites
  • muscle or joint pain, mild injuries, sprains
  • headache, dizziness, migraine symptoms
  • stress-related symptoms, sleep disturbances
  • questions about test results and treatment plans
  • management of chronic conditions in stable phases
Many patients reach out when symptoms appear suddenly and cause concern, when a child becomes unwell unexpectedly, when a rash changes or spreads, or when it’s unclear whether an in-person examination is necessary. His emergency medicine background is particularly valuable online, helping patients understand risk levels, identify warning signs and choose safe next steps.

Some situations are not suitable for online care. If a patient has loss of consciousness, severe chest pain, uncontrolled bleeding, seizures, major trauma or symptoms suggesting a stroke or heart attack, he will advise seeking immediate local emergency services. This improves safety and ensures patients receive the right level of care.

Dr. Lokchiri’s professional training includes:

  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BLS/ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
  • eFAST and critical care transthoracic echocardiography
  • aviation medicine
He is an active member of several professional organisations, including the French Society of Emergency Medicine (SFMU), the French Association for Emergency Physicians (AMUF) and the Swiss Society of Emergency and Rescue Medicine (SGNOR). In consultations, he works with clarity and precision, helping patients understand their symptoms, possible risks and the safest treatment options.
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Anastasiia Shalko

General medicine13 years of experience
Licence no. 52891

Dr. Anastasiia Shalko is a general practitioner with a background in both paediatrics and general medicine. She graduated from Bogomolets National Medical University in Kyiv and completed her paediatric internship at the P.L. Shupyk National Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education. After working as a paediatrician in Kyiv, she relocated to Spain, where she has been practising general medicine since 2015, providing care for both adults and children.Her work focuses on urgent, short-term medical concerns – situations where patients need quick guidance, symptom assessment and clear next steps. She helps people understand whether their symptoms require in-person evaluation, home management or a change in treatment. Common reasons for booking an online consultation include:

  • acute respiratory symptoms (cough, sore throat, runny nose, fever)
  • viral illnesses such as colds and seasonal infections
  • gastrointestinal complaints (nausea, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, gastroenteritis)
  • sudden changes in how a child or adult feels
  • questions about existing treatment and whether adjustments are needed
  • renewal of prescriptions when clinically appropriate

Dr. Shalko works specifically with urgent and short-term problems, providing practical recommendations and helping patients determine the safest next step. She explains symptoms clearly, guides patients through decision-making and offers straightforward medical advice for everyday acute issues.She does not provide long-term management of chronic conditions, ongoing follow-up or comprehensive care plans for complex long-term illnesses. Her consultations are designed for acute symptoms, sudden concerns and situations where timely medical input is important.With clinical experience in both paediatrics and general medicine, Dr. Shalko confidently supports adults and children. Her communication style is clear, simple and reassuring, helping patients feel informed and supported throughout the consultation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS does not require a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

The active ingredient in PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS is Enzyme preparations. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS is manufactured by Faes Farma S.A.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Doctors such as Family doctors, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Oncologists, Sports medicine specialists, General medicine doctors, Lactation medicine doctors, Intensive care physicians may assess whether PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

The prescription is issued by a doctor after assessing your health. In Spain, PANKREOFLAT 172 MG/80 MG FILM-COATED TABLETS is then dispensed in pharmacies with that prescription. An online consultation does not guarantee that a prescription will be issued: the decision always rests with the doctor.

To request an assessment, you can use Oladoctor:

Other medicines with the same active substance (Enzyme preparations) include KREON 10,000 U HARD GASTRORESISTANT CAPSULES, KREON 25,000 U HARD GASTRO-RESISTANT CAPSULES, KREON 35,000 U HARD GASTRORESISTANT CAPSULES. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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