What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?
I am a 4 year survivor of pancreatic cancer. I have been on creon since my Whipple. It is very expensive. I talked to someone who was using Pure Encapsulation instead of creon. The formula doesn't match my creon, but it is about 1/4 the cost of the co-play on creon. What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?
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Hello,
I had the whipple and chemo for 6 months.
I would suggest that you stay away from sugar and fatty foods. Also eat small portions. Heathy foods are easier to digest.
Your body will let you know what you can eat without the pain.
Best,
Has anyone taking Creon had issues with gout while taking it? It is said that Creon may increase uric acid levels...
By the way. I recently had a CT scan and it is clear of cancer.
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2 ReactionsMine started with digestive c problems then eating problems then 30 pounds weight loss. I was finally sent to a surgeon in Dallas and he had mri's done then in ultrasound upper GI and it showed cancer in the bile duct of my pancreas. It has been 2 months since my surgery and am taking creon for the enzymes.
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Your doctor should also n have the info. This is the
company that provides free drugs.
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Abbviepatienceform.com
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Ask your doctor/oncologist office. That's where I got my abbvie form. I am getting it free via mail. They even filled out the form for me. All I had to do was sign it.
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Can't find form on abbvie.com. Can you send specific link please?
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1 ReactionMy surgeon signed me up for free creon. Check Abbvie.com and they will send you an application. I was approved once I turned in my application and my surgeon did the same. The creon is mailed to be.
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