Lipase
- Name
- Lipase
- Accession Number
- DBCAT000188
- Description
An enzyme of the hydrolase class that catalyzes the reaction of triacylglycerol and water to yield diacylglycerol and a fatty acid anion. It is produced by glands on the tongue and by the pancreas and initiates the digestion of dietary fats. (From Dorland, 27th ed) EC 3.1.1.3.
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Pancrelipase A purified form of porcine pancreatic lipase, amylase, and protease enzymes used to treat malabsorption associated with pancreatic insufficiency resulting from cystic fibrosis and pancreatitis. Pancrelipase lipase A lipase used to treat pancreatic exocrine insufficiency. - Drugs & Drug Targets
Drug Target Type Pancrelipase Dietary fat target Pancrelipase Dietary protein target Pancrelipase Dietary starch target Pancrelipase lipase Dietary fat target