Pancreatin
Also sold as: Creon
Prescription neededOther stomach and liver medicines
Comes as:Capsule
Usual adult dose
Dose is set by your doctor (based on lipase units and the fat in your meals). Take it with every meal and snack, swallowed whole with water. Do not chew the capsule contents.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- stomach pain
- nausea
- constipation or diarrhoea
- bloating
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- severe stomach pain or bowel blockage (with very high doses)
- severe allergic reaction
- sore mouth if the capsule is chewed
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Allergy to pork products (made from pig pancreas)
- Acute pancreatitis (early phase)
- Cystic fibrosis on very high doses (use with caution)
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.