Creon Capsules

Pancreatin Creon is a prescription drug that is given to people who are unable to digest their food normally because their pancreas cannot produce enough enzymes. This condition is called Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency and is caused by cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas), pancreatectomy and other conditions.

If you have any medical condition affecting the pancreas it not necessarily mean that you need to take these capsules. It is better that you check with your doctor before administering any medication.

The pancreas produces a number of enzymes that are essential for the digestion of food. These enzymes help break down food into its nutrients like protein, fat and carbohydrates.

• Lipase which helps break down fats.
• Protease which helps break down proteins.
• Amylase which helps to break down carbohydrate.

When the pancreas is unable to synthesise the required amount of enzymes, the body can is not able to digest and absorb food normally.

Creon tablets contain the required enzymes. When you take Pancreatin Creon capsules, they simply replace the three enzymes that your pancreas would make normally for the digestion of food.

Pancreatin Creon capsules have several benefits especially for people who suffer from malabsorption syndrome or EPI.

• Capsules are one of the most effective ways of treating symptoms of EPI.
• They help relieve symptoms of malabsorption like severe abdominal pain after eating, flatulence, floating or greasy stools and diarrhoea.
• Creon capsules are produced from almost all natural ingredients which makes them one of the safest medications with minimal side effects.

Take this medication according to the directions given by your doctor. If you are not sure how to administer these capsules ask your doctor or pharmacist.

If the instructions provided here differ from the ones your doctor gave you don’t change the method of administration before asking your doctor.

• Place the capsule in your mouth and swallow it whole with water.
• You can also open the capsule and mix its content in an acidic liquid (like orange juice) or soft food like yoghurt. (swallow it without chewing)
• Do not crush or chew the capsules as it may cause irritation in your mouth.
• Creon capsules are taken with every meal. It is better to take them right before you start eating as it would help the enzymes to mix properly with food, and aid in digestion.
• Drink plenty of water while under treatment with this medication.

Pancreatin Creon capsules come in three different.  The three strengths are 3,000, 6,000, 12,000, and 24,000 lipase unit capsules. The doctor will probably start you on a lower dose. Your dosage is strictly based things like your body weight, diet and clinical symptoms.

For proper administration and to make sure that the prescribed dosage and potency is suitable for you, follow the below mentioned precautionary measures before and while using this medication.

• Make sure that you are not hypersensitive to pork as the enzymes contained in these capsules are extracted from the pancreas of pigs. Also tell your doctor if you are allergic to any other ingredient present in this capsule.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
• Although these capsules are safe to take while breastfeeding but ask your doctor for advice before using this medication.
• If your doctor advises you to increase the number of capsules, you start doing so slowly.
• If you forget to take your dose before eating, wait until the next meal to take your dose. Only take the number of capsules you usually take. Don’t take a double dose to compensate for a missed one.
• If you think you have taken more capsules than you should have, drink plenty of water and contact your doctor immediately.

Like almost every other medication this one also has its side effects but everyone may not experience them. If you notice any of these side effects or some other ones that are not mentioned here contact your doctor immediately.

Common side effects of Creon are mild and tolerable. They include diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, stomach pains and bloating. A rarely experienced side effect includes skin rash.

If you develop a skin rash along with a swollen tongue, throat, legs or feet and difficulty breathing stop you might be having an allergic reaction and you should call an ambulance or go to the nearest hospital immediately.

The manufacturer, Viatris, is having issues sourcing the main raw ingredient of this medication - which is pancreatic enzymes found in pigs. There is a shortage of these ingredients at the moment, causing a worldwide disruption to this particular supply chain. However, Pharmacy Planet have Creon 10,000 IU and 25,000 IU in stock and available now to buy online in the UK. 

You may be looking to buy Creon online due to recent stock issues at your local pharmacy. Creon is IN STOCK and AVAILABLE NOW through Pharmacy Planet. All you have to do is fill out an online consultation form, and our team of UK-based clinicians will review your order. If your order is approved, then it will be dispatched quickly and discreetly to your door.