So far, I have not had any recovery of exocrine function (-almost 2 1/2 years since Whipple surgery). However I am taking much more Creon than you currently are, and generally have good results. I was advised to slowly increase dose until symptoms are alleviated. I was told we require 300-1800 units per gram of fat eaten, or 500-2500 units per kilogram of body weight. Insufficient Creon will result in bloating, gas, diarrhea. Sufficient should result in normal stools. I am usually taking 7 x 25000 unit capsules per meal. There is a newer app available to help with calculation of how much creon to take - it may help you (I am not very into tech so still do most things old school) it is called “digest this” through Craig’s Cause, pancreatic cancer society. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

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