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@beachdog My doctors started me on Creon immediately after my Whipple. I have been on it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208592/

Discussion: What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2020

I had the Whipple in April of 2023. I do take Creon. It is expensive but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/966271/

Discussion: Anyone tried over the counter enzymes to help digest fat post whipple?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 17, 2023

I’m googling Creon

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/866082/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with pancreatic NET stage 1

Support Group: Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs)

Posted: May 24, 2023

I see a lot of people who talk about needing Creon when they eat fats. Undigested...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291994/

Discussion: Struggling to eat with pancreatic cancer: How do you manage?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2020

Has you been on Creon?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/654862/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

I’ve had Whipple surgery and chemo for stage 3 pancreatic cancer. I also take creon and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/828987/

Discussion: Possible Creon side effects: What helped you?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 20, 2023

Welcome, @jeffp. you sound like you're building a great support team and resources around you to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1174110/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: 2 days ago

Which seems to be better to use, Creon or Zenpep, for glucose control?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1143126/

Discussion: Is anyone taking Zenpep rather than Creon? If so what foods work?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 17 4:10pm

@crickard70, in addition to the helpful information from @stageivsurvivor and @altc321, you may be interested in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938321/

Discussion: Is anyone taking Zenpep rather than Creon? If so what foods work?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 28, 2023

Curious if you noticed any difference between Creon and Zenpep?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1048409/

Discussion: What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 10 10:54am

I have never heard of Creon or any other pancrealipase causing hypokalemia. I looked on multiple...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/929331/

Discussion: Can Creon be the cause of headaches and leg cramps?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 13, 2023

I was prescribed Vital Nutrients pancreatic enzymes by the naturopathic doctor when I was first diagnosed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/208606/

Discussion: What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

yes has anyone taken Creon

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/656990/

Discussion: Pancreatic Cancer Group: Introduce yourself and connect with others

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 23, 2021

I had my complete pancreas removed. I was losing 1/2 pound a day and could not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/853163/

Discussion: How do you deal with Chronic Diarrhea and Pancreatic Cancer treatment?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: May 2, 2023

@marvinjsturing he is taking approximately the same amount of Creon as you are.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/236335/

Discussion: Total Pancreatectomy: What can I expect?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jan 7, 2019

@ marvinjsturing how are you doing now? I take creon.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882069/

Discussion: What are other survivors doing about pancreatic enzymes replacement?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 20, 2023

It could change from year to year, but I did not get hit with the income...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1005393/

Discussion: Is GOODRX trustworthy?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 28 4:05pm

Doesn't hurt to try and see if Creon is any better.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/878242/

Discussion: Is anyone taking Zenpep rather than Creon? If so what foods work?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2023

@robertf0741, you got some great tips from @howleegirl and @markymarkfl. @lvtexas @kim1965 may also have tips...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938898/

Discussion: Can’t seem to locate Creon - 36000 units

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2023

@moo1 I had my Whipple in June of 2014. I have been on Creon since that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/257703/

Discussion: Whipple procedure and follow up chemo

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 11, 2019

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