Which drug may be co-administered to improve the efficacy of pancreatic enzyme therapy?
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Correct answer: Proton pump inhibitors
Proton pump inhibitors reduce gastric acid secretion, helping protect pancreatic enzymes from acid degradation. This enhances their effectiveness.
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