Description

CREON ACTION MECHANISM

Creon acts by breaking down fat, protein, and starches, in small intestine respectively by lipase, protease and amylase components of pancrelipase. Lipase present in Creon hydrolyzes fats into glycerol and fatty acids. While, protease converts proteins into proteoses and derived substances, amylase present in Creon converts starches into dextrins and sugars.

CREON DOSAGE

Take Creon as exactly prescribed by your health care professional. Creon is an oral medication and usually taken with meals. Creon dosage depends on clinical symptoms, degree of steatorrhea, and fat content of your diet.

CREON ADVANTAGES

Creon is found to be most effective in treatment of various digestive related problems and usually preferred after surgical removal of pancreas.

CREON SIDE EFFECTS

Less serious Creon side effects include diarrhea or constipation, nausea or vomiting, bloating or gas, stomach pain or upset, rectal irritation or greasy stools.

While serious side effects of Creon that require urgent medical help include severe allergic reactions such as difficulty in breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue or throat and hives.