Amylases

Products Amylases are available, for example, in the form of capsules together with other digestive enzymes. They are often present in industrially produced bread and pastries. The enzymes‘ name is derived from (starch), which is their substrate. Structure and properties Amylases are natural enzymes that hydrolytically cleave glycosidic bonds. They belong to the class of … Amylases

Pancreatin

Products Pancreatin is commercially available in the form of capsules, dragées, and tablets (Combizym, Creon, Panzytrat). Structure and properties Pancreatin (pancreatic powder) is obtained from the fresh or frozen pancreas of mammals, such as pigs or cattle. The substance contains digestive enzymes with proteolytic, lipolytic and amylolytic activity. Pancreatin is a faint brown, amorphous powder … Pancreatin