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Rexan, you may be interested in this discussion about Creon and pancreatic enzyme replacement: - Pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/657623/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2021

Hi @kay2 @charliegolfrep and @beachdog, you may also be interested in this related discussion: - Pancreatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326767/

Discussion: Digestive issues and pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

@blackie17, there are several discussions about enzyme replacements that you might find helpful, like this one:...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1448781/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 28, 2025

I lost 30 lbs. Dr said i5s related to pancreatic enzyme insufficient

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1488287/

Discussion: Losing weight after Whipple surgery: Why? Any advice?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 21 4:11pm

Welcome @treadmillann. Have you seen this video by a Mayo Clinic physician? - Cancer-Fighting Foods https://connect.mayoclinic.org/webinar/cancer-fighting-foods/...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/285118/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2019

@colleenyoung my husband has used Vital an enzyme you can order on Amazon, they have helped...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1472378/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 1 5:01pm

If you go back & read my previous comment. I stated that I also do take...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/906497/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 2, 2023

Beano sold in North America is an OTC product which is the enzyme alpha-d-galactosidase. It is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1206032/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jan 7, 2025

Once I optimized the dosage of Creon, it solved the gas issue. For vegetables that are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/909355/

Discussion: Surgery for pancreatic cancer and gas

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 8, 2023

There are five Rx pancrealipase products in the US with Creon being the most frequently prescribed....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1175890/

Discussion: Has any one found an alternative to Creon?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 18, 2024

Creon is a digestive enzyme. It will help your body digest fats and protein if your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/825902/

Discussion: Having a scan this week to see if I have pancreatic cancer

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2023

what enzyme are you taking? Creon is very expensive and trying to find it at a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1392207/

Discussion: Head of pancreas tumor

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 12, 2025

Thank you… do you need to be in a certain income group? Does your oncologist have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/923421/

Discussion: CREON..Pancreatic enzyme supplement cost

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Sep 3, 2023

Hi @hado123456, Papaya seeds contain papain, a proteolytic enzyme that aids in protein digestion and may...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1430203/

Discussion: Papaya seeds as pancreatic enzyme replacement after surgery?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Nov 3, 2025

@beachdog I have not tried anything but Creon, but GoodRX has a list of drugs for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/291997/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Apr 20, 2020

Thank you for responding. We also have that prescription. Our Oncologist has ordered specimen testing to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/954958/

Discussion: Diarrhea frequently during Chemotherapy

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Oct 27, 2023

@azsunshine7 do you still have your pancreas? Mine doesn't work so I have to have the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1461000/

Discussion: Belly pain, cramps and painful gas months after Whipple: Thoughts?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 14, 2025

Papain contains only the single enzyme papain which is a protease enzyme. It is specific to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/905503/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

In some patients on Folfirinox, one or two agents can cause adverse reactions. Oxaliplatin is known...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904119/

Discussion: Changing chemo regimen after 4 cycles of Folfirinox?

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Jul 29, 2023

Hi @cindee60, I moved your message to this introductions discussion so that you can meet both...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/285121/

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

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Dec 9, 2019

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