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Dietary supplement

SpectraZyme Pan 9x Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Metagenics

Tablet Or Pill Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

SpectraZyme Pan 9x is a dietary supplement by Metagenics with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestion and bloating, muscle soreness and exercise recovery, inflammation and swelling.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Pancreatin” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (360 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

SpectraZyme Pan 9x is a digestive enzyme blend with 3 active ingredients: amylase (breaks down carbohydrates), protease (breaks down proteins), and lipase (breaks down fats). The tablet also contains several inactive ingredients—microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, silica, and stearic acid—which help hold the tablet together and aid absorption.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: comprehensive enzyme complex for digestive function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dyspepsia, pancreatic insufficiency, indigestion, malabsorption.
  • The closest evidence on file: Lipase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for digestive enzymes in this product is limited. For lipase, the data we hold shows insufficient evidence to rate its use for inflammatory bowel disease, dyspepsia (indigestion), or prematurity.

No effectiveness ratings are on file for amylase or protease. In short, we don't have solid evidence that these enzymes work for any specific condition in supplement form, though they are naturally present in your digestive system.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) Lipase

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Protease and lipase are generally well tolerated in most adults, though digestive upset or allergic reactions are possible—particularly in people with serious digestive conditions, who should use this product only under medical guidance. During pregnancy, protease safety has not been established and is best avoided unless prescribed; lipase has little safety data and should only be used if your doctor advises it.

For breastfeeding, both protease and lipase lack sufficient safety data, so check with your healthcare provider first. Rarely, occupational exposure to proteolytic enzymes (like pepsin) has triggered allergic reactions; while taking a supplement is very different, anyone with a known enzyme allergy should be cautious.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) Lipase

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 2 matched ingredients has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product. Even so, if you take any prescription medications, run them through the search tool on this page or confirm with your pharmacist before you start.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

SpectraZyme Pan 9x is a digestive enzyme supplement that's generally well tolerated for healthy adults with no documented drug interactions in our data. If you have serious digestive conditions, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take regular medications, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

The evidence for its effectiveness on any particular condition is not established in the data we hold.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 2020.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about SpectraZyme Pan 9x, straight from the product label.

Brand Metagenics
Barcode (UPC) 755571939623
Net contents 90 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 216253
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
755571939623
IngredientAmount% DV
Amylase0 NP--
Protease0 NP--
Lipase0 NP--
Pancreatin360 mg--

Other ingredients: Porcine Pancreatic concentrate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Silica, Stearic Acid

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Label statements
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Formulation

SpectraZyme Pan 9x is a comprehensive enzyme complex that provides support for digestive function.

This product is non-GMO and gluten-free.

Bioactive pancreatic enzymes for digestive support

Formula

The porcine pancreatic concentrate is processed under special conditions so that the delicate enzyme constituents remain intact.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one tablet with each meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Caution: Do not use if there is a prior history of or a current peptic or duodenal ulcer.

Do not use in individuals who have a known allergy or hypersensitivity to pork protein.

Consult your healthcare practitioner if taking other nutritional supplements or medications.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Seals/Symbols

GF Certified Gluten-free

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Practitioner exclusive

See for yourself

SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Pancreatin

360 mg per serving Form: Porcine

Other (inactive) ingredients: Porcine Pancreatic concentrate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Silica, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in SpectraZyme Pan 9x. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for SpectraZyme Pan 9x, from the product label.

Metagenics

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Name
Metagenics
City
Gig Harbor
State
WA
ZipCode
98332
Phone Number
800 692 9400
Web Address
metagenics.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics: Common Questions

Does SpectraZyme Pan 9x by Metagenics interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in SpectraZyme Pan 9x. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
SpectraZyme Pan 9x contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
What does each enzyme in this product do?
Amylase breaks down carbohydrates, protease breaks down proteins, and lipase breaks down fats. Together they're meant to support your body's natural digestive process, though all three are already made by your pancreas and digestive tract.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Protease is best avoided in pregnancy unless prescribed; lipase has limited safety data and should only be used if your doctor advises it. There's no data on file for amylase during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to decide what's right for you.
What side effects might I experience?
Most people tolerate it well. Digestive upset is possible, and allergic reactions have been rare but reported with protease exposure. Serious side effects have not been well documented in adults taking digestive enzyme supplements.
Is there any evidence this actually works?
The data we hold shows insufficient evidence to rate digestive enzymes for indigestion or inflammatory bowel disease. In short, we don't have solid proof that these supplements work for any specific condition.
Is it safe if I have a digestive condition like IBS or Crohn's disease?
If you have a serious digestive condition, use this product only under medical guidance. Check with your doctor or pharmacist first, since your condition may affect how you respond to digestive enzymes.
Can I take this while breastfeeding?
Both protease and lipase have little safety data during breastfeeding, so check with your healthcare provider first before use.

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Sources & How We Checked

SpectraZyme Pan 9x's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 4 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 3 references
  1. Weeks JA, Harper RA, Simon RA, Burdick JD. Assessment of sensitization risk of a laundry pre-spotter containing protease. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2011;30(4):272-9. PubMed
  2. Marquès LI, Lara S, Abós T, Bartolomé B. Occupational rhinitis due to pepsin. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2006;16(2):136-7. DOI
  3. Cartier A, Malo JL, Pineau L, Dolovich J. Occupational asthma due to pepsin. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1984;73(5 Pt 1):574-7. PubMed

See these in context on the Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) monograph →

Lipase 1 reference
  1. Casper C, Hascoet JM, Ertl T, et al. Recombinant bile salt-stimulated lipase in preterm infant feeding: A randomized phase 3 study. PLoS One. 2016;11(5):e0156071. PubMed

See these in context on the Lipase monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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