Re : Any comments on Creon?

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Hello there!

I have long-standing CP.

I have been taking Creon for nearly two years now. My specialist

advocates high doses. I could not manage without it. It has

virtually " cured " my malabsorption problems, ie I don't suffer from

diarrhoea or flatulence anything like as much as I did before taking

it. Of course, I also follow a low-fat diet. This is important. It

wouldn't be true to say that I have no malabsorption symptoms but

they are incredibly improved and easy to manage now.

A word of warning is needed. In the few few weeks after starting

Creon, I had DREADFUL lower-abdominal cramps, presumably gas or

similar spasms. I honestly thought the illness itself had taken a

turn for the worse. Nobody warned me about this possible side-

effect. My body then got used to the enzymes and the pains stopped.

I was started on 2 x Creon 10000 with meals by my

gastroenterologist, with instructions to take more if needed. Later

my pancreas specialist raised this and I now take 2 - 4 x Creon

40000 with full meals, depending on how big the meal is, how much

fat, protein etc. I still 1 x Creon 10000 with a snack. Obviously

you should follow your doc's instructions about how much to take but

they seem fairly relaxed and ready to let patients themselves

determine how much they need to be comfortable.

I do hope the Creon helps you!

With good wishes,

Fliss (UK)