CREON should be taken every time you eat to replace the enzymes your pancreas isn't making if you have EPI (exocrine pancreatic insufficiency). CREON only works when taken with food.
Safety Considerations:
CREON may increase your chance of fibrosing colonopathy, a rare bowel disorder. Tell your doctor if you have a history of intestinal blockage or scarring or thickening of your bowel wall; if you are allergic to pork; or if you have gout, kidney problems, or worsening of painful, swollen joints. Call your doctor if you have any unusual or severe gastrointestinal symptoms or allergic reactions. Take CREON as directed by your doctor and always with food. Do not chew capsules as this may cause mouth irritation. Other side effects may include blood sugar changes, gas, dizziness, sore throat, and cough. These are not all the side effects of CREON.
While you’re taking CREON, keep track of any symptoms you’re experiencing with the
, and share this information with your doctor at your next appointment. It will help your doctor determine if your dose needs to be adjusted.
Get tools and tips to help you start and stay on track with your CREON treatment plan.
Read about how to make healthy diet and lifestyle choices with EPI.
Learn about the financial, multivitamin, and educational resources available through CFCareForward.
Hear people with EPI due to cystic fibrosis talk about their experiences with CREON.
Fill out the Doctor Discussion Guide to help you communicate your symptoms to your doctor.
Learn how CREON works to break down food in people with EPI.
You may need to make certain changes to your diet and lifestyle if you have EPI, even if you're taking CREON.
CREON® (pancrelipase) is a prescription medicine used to treat people who cannot digest food normally because their pancreas does not make enough enzymes due to cystic fibrosis, swelling of the pancreas that lasts a long time (chronic pancreatitis), removal of some or all of the pancreas (pancreatectomy), or other conditions.
Refer to the CREON Medication Guide and full Prescribing Information every time you refill your prescription because information may change. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any symptom or side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
If you are having difficulty paying for your medicine, AbbVie may be able to help. Visit AbbVie.com/myAbbVieAssist to learn more.
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