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I was diagnosed with EPI 5 months ago. It took the PA a few weeks to diagnose it then put me on 6400 units of Crean and said “you’re all set, come back in a year.” Needless to say I switched doctors. It’s in control now with 20000 units of Zenpep. Has anyone tried an OTC(over the counter drug) with the same enzymes that works as good? Creon and Zenpep are so expensive and I don’t qualify for any assistance.
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@dorjod1404 I use these as a much more affordable substitute, gastro doctor has approved. Because the dosage is somewhat less than the Zenpep, I can also manage how much I think I need, depending on what I am eating. Good luck, it took me 2 years of agony to find this solution, but it works for me.
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@dorjod1404 I take Creon., massive doses.
There currently are no comparable OTC enzymes that would actually help with my EPI. One of the issues is the capsules used for Zen-pep or Creon. The capsules are made to survive until it gets to the portion of your digestive system that uses those enzymes (i really hate taking any medication, personally).
Yeah, the cost is extreme for both of these medications.