Experiences Taking Creon

I was just diagnosed with stones in my pancreas (non cancer, whew!). They are causing my pancreas to not digest all my foods and are ordering Creon to take 3 with every meal and 1 with each snack for the rest of my life (I am a young 71). Has anyone taken it and what can you tell me? As of yet the pharmacy has ordered it and I'm not sure of the cost but saw that 90 pills were retailed at 700.00. I do have Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross and United Healthcare for prescriptions with a Walgreens plan. Appreciate any and all info.

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I have been on Creon 36,000 lipase. I have chronic pancreatitis and all the hospitalizations eventually broke down my own enzymes. That is why I take the Creon. I typically don't have many problems but sometimes Creon causes a bloated feeling and general weirdness in my stomach, and sometimes I have diarrhea after taking it. I expected to have some side effects because I am on the highest dose. I take 2 capsules with each meal and 1 capsule for each snack. I have been on it for 20 years so if it is a drug you must take then the side effects will stop eventually. Being able to digest your food is obviously more important than some stomach pain and gas. I don't know if they told you but don't take this medicine and lie down. Sit up for at least 10 minutes so it doesn't start to dissolve those acids in your esophagus.

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Appreciate your info. I finally began it on Saturday 8/5/2023. I have gallstones blocked in the pancreas. Going for second opinions for their possible endoscopic removal. At this point i take 3(each being 24,000units ) @ each meal and one at snacks. Unfortunately my Gastroenterologists has not educated me well on diet, etc. So all advice is welcomed !!!

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Generally, it's recommended to eat small meals, more frequently, and keep them as low fat, as possible.

You can learn more about a pancreatitis diet here.

Creon supplements the enzymes that your pancreas is having trouble producing.

Ref: Creon Information

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