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New to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI): What helps?

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Creon sounds like the really Expensive drug.$$$

I take VITAL supplements.
Take a small bite then Vital then eat.
Now I don't need 3 XS a day anymore. It depends on the type of food 'm going to eat.

My pancreatic insufficiency is much better now.

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tslayden | @tslayden | Jul 9 8:12pm

Good to know but I am 71 years old and Medicare pays 100% of the cost of Creon. I’m glad you found an affordable and helpful alternative.

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creondave | @creondave | Jul 10 2:26pm

Is there a specific VITAL supplement? How long has this been working for you? On CREON, but worried I can't get it outside of North America as a foreigner, supply chain, the overall cost, etc. Looking for alternatives.
Did you do testing after starting the supplements to see if there is a measured improvement? Or is it the symptoms that improved, or both?
Apologies for all the questions. EPI results in exhaustion, and occasionally, I have very IBS - D that disrupts my life, so I am always hesitant to change course too quickly. Having said that, dealing with my life now that it focuses on access to Creon is frustrating.

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