Creon 10000 Capsule
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Product introduction
Creon 10000 Capsule is used to treat pancreatic enzyme deficiency. It is a pancreatic enzyme supplement that helps in digestion. This medicine also reduces stool frequency and stomach discomfort.
Creon 10000 Capsule is used to aid digestion in people, when the digestive system is unable to produce enough enzymes to digest the food.
Creon 10000 Capsule is used to aid digestion in people, when the digestive system is unable to produce enough enzymes to digest the food.
Uses of Creon Capsule
- Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency
Benefits of Creon Capsule
In Treatment of Pancreatic enzyme deficiency
Creon 10000 Capsule is an enzyme supplement for people who do not make enough naturally in their bodies to digest food properly. The enzymes in this medicine help digest food (fats, carbohydrates, and protein) as it passes through the gut. It should be taken with your meal or snack to help it work effectively. Take Creon 10000 Capsule for as long as it is prescribed for maximum benefits. Some may need it for the rest of their lives. You might also be asked to alter your diet to help with digestion.
Side effects of Creon Capsule
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Creon
- Stomach pain
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
How to use Creon Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Creon 10000 Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Creon Capsule works
Pancreatin is a pancreatic enzyme supplement. It mixes thoroughly with food and helps in digestion.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Creon 10000 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Creon 10000 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Creon 10000 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Creon 10000 Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Creon 10000 Capsule in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Uric acid levels may increase in patients with underlying kidney disease, so caution should be exercised.
Uric acid levels may increase in patients with underlying kidney disease, so caution should be exercised.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Creon 10000 Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Creon Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Creon 10000 Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Creon 10000 Capsule for the treatment of pancreatic enzyme deficiency.
- They lower stool frequency and improve stomach pain and stool consistency.
- Take it during or immediately after a meal or a snack as per your doctor’s advice and drink plenty of water.
- It can cause mouth irritation, so do not chew, crush, or hold it in your mouth. Swallow the medicine completely.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Digestive enzymes
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Creon 10000 Capsule
Thrice A Day
41%
Twice A Day
33%
Once A Day
24%
Four Times A *
1%
Alternate Day
1%
*Four Times A Day
What are you using Creon Capsule for?
Pancreatitis
92%
Indigestion
8%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
48%
Average
36%
Poor
15%
What were the side-effects while using Creon 10000 Capsule?
No Side Effec*
53%
Stomach pain
16%
Abdominal blo*
16%
Gastric pain
5%
Abdominal ups*
5%
*No Side Effect, Abdominal bloating, Abdominal upset
How do you take Creon Capsule?
With food
82%
Empty stomach
14%
With or witho*
5%
*With or without food
Please rate Creon 10000 Capsule on price
Expensive
84%
Average
12%
Not Expensive
4%
FAQs
What does Creon 10000 Capsule help with?
Creon 10000 Capsule is a pancreatic enzyme supplement created with a mixture of enzymes. It is given to patients whose pancreas is not able to create enough of their own enzymes to digest the food. It is also given to treat digestion problems caused in patients whose pancreas have been surgically removed or are not working well.
Is it safe to take Creon 10000 Capsule?
Creon 10000 Capsule is usually safe in patients who have been prescribed to take it for digestion issues caused due to problems of the pancreas. Creon 10000 Capsule can cause an increase in blood uric acid levels, thereby worsening your gout and causing painful swollen joints. Creon 10000 Capsule may also cause allergic reactions like skin rashes, swollen lips, increased flatulence, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, etc. Consult your doctor before you start taking this medicine and give a proper history of allergies and the medicines you are currently taking.
How should I take Creon 10000 Capsule?
Take the capsule with food and swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of fluids after taking the medicine. It is very essential to increase your fluid intake while taking Creon 10000 Capsule. In case you have trouble swallowing capsules, you can take out the granules from the capsules and mix them with fruit juices or yoghurt and swallow it. Just be careful not to crush the granules.
What food should I eat if I have pancreatic enzyme insufficiency?
You should try to take five small meals to make it easier for your pancreas to digest what you eat. Take a well-balanced, low-fat diet and strictly limit the foods which contain a high amount of saturated and trans fats. Your diet should preferably contain whole grains, fruits, vegetables, fat-free meat/poultry, beans and low-fat dairy sources. Drink plenty of fluids and water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Ask your doctor if you can take regular vitamin like A, D, E, and K, as it will be benefecial for you. You can have limited amounts of healthy polyunsaturated fat. Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol strictly because this can damage your pancreas.
Can Creon 10000 Capsule be given in children?
Yes, Creon 10000 Capsule can be given to children. Just like adults, even children need to be given a sufficient amount of fluids while on treatment with Creon 10000 Capsule. When giving it to infants aged 12 months or less, you can open the capsule and empty the contents directly into the infant’s mouth. Following this, you can feed breast milk or infant milk formula to your baby. However, do not mix the medicine directly into the formula or breast milk. Also, be cautious to see that the baby swallows the entire medicine and nothing is retained in the baby’s mouth, as it can cause irritation in the mouth.
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