Has any one found an alternative to Creon?

Posted by highlea @highlea, Nov 17, 2024

Has any one found an alternative to Creon?

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I have taken Zenpep. There are, I think, several other FDA approved alternatives.

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There are five Rx pancrealipase products in the US with Creon being the most frequently prescribed. The others are Zenpep, Viokace, Pertzye and Pancreaze. There are many OTC brands but they are not enteric coated for timed release and the lipase enzyme activity which is the most important enzyme is significantly less than in the RX versions. The two most recommended OTC brands by Registered Dietitians are Vital Nutrients and Digest Gold.

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@highlea, I pulled your question about alternatives to Creon into its own discussion along with the replies from members. You might be interested in these related discussions:

- Is anyone taking Zenpep rather than Creon? If so what foods work?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/is-anyone-taking-zenpep-rather-than-creon-if-so-what-foods-work/
- What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pancreatic-enzyme-replacement/
- Anyone tried over the counter enzymes to help digest fat post whipple?
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/anyone-tried-over-the-counter-enzymes-to-help-digest-fat-post-whipple/
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What is not working for you with Creon? Have you found an alternative that works?

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