Creon (Pancrelipase)

Creon Information

Creon is a drug with the generic name pancrelipase, which is a combination of three enzymes: lipase, protease, and amylase.

Creon Indications

Creon is indicated for replacement of enzymes when the body does not have enough of its own. It also reduces the pain associated with disorders of the pancreas.

Conditions for which pancrelipase may be used include:

• cystic fibrosis
• Chronic inflammation of the pancreas
• Blockage of the pancreatic ducts
• Removal of the pancreas

Creon Warnings

Creon should not be taken if you have:

• Allergies to pork products
• Acute pancreatitis
• Acute worsening of pancreatic disorders

You may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment or you may not be able to take Creon if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether Creon would harm an unborn baby. Do not take Creon if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Creon is known to pass into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding an infant.

Creon Intake Guidelines

Do not hold the tablets or capsule contents in your mouth. Doing so may cause irritation of the inside of your mouth.

Creon capsules or tablets must not be crushed or chewed but swallowed whole. Some formulations can be opened and sprinkled onto a soft food such as applesauce or pudding if swallowing is difficult. The soft food should then be swallowed immediately without chewing and followed with a beverage to ensure swallowing. Ask your doctor about such formulations if you are having difficulty swallowing your pills.

Do not inhale the powder inside the capsules or allow it to touch your skin. Such incidence might cause irritation, especially to your nose and lungs.

Creon Dosage

Creon should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor or as directed on the package. Ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you if you do not understand these directions.

Creon Overdose

Seek immediate medical attention if an overdose of Creon occurs.

Symptoms of a Creon overdose are not known but may include the following:

• Diarrhea
• Stomach upset

Creon Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as possible, and then take the rest of the day’s doses at evenly spaced interval unless otherwise the doctor tells you to do so. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose as instructed.

Creon Side Effects

Talk to your doctor and seek immediate medical attention if side effects occur. Stop using Creonand ask for emergency attention if the following serious side effects occur:

• Swelling of the lips
• Swelling of the face
• Swelling of the tongue
• Difficulty of breathing
• Closing of the throat
• Hives

Other less serious side effects may also occur. Continue use of Creon and stop if the following occur:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort
• Abdominal pain
• Cramps
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Greasy stool
• Perianal irritation
• Flatulence
• Irritation of the skin or lungs

Side effects other than those listed in this medication guide may also occur. Talk to your doctor if symptoms of Creon side effects that seem unusual or troublesome occur.

Creon Drug Reactions

Creon is not known to interact with any other medications. However, talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines or even mineral and herbal products.

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