Creon

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    • Country of Origin: India

    Creon Information

    Creon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Pancreatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Creon have also been mentioned below.

    The right dosage of Creon depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Creon also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Dry Mouth, Flushing. Some other side effects of Creon have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Creon are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

    It is also important to note that Creon has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Creon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

    Some other conditions that can be affected by Creon are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Besides this, Creon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Creon is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



    Creon Benefits & Uses

    Creon is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Creon Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult
    • Disease: Pancreatitis
    • Before or After Meal: With meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 500 units/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: dose must be taken with every meal
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Pancreatitis
    • Before or After Meal: With meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 500 units/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: dose must be taken with every meal
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Pancreatitis
    • Before or After Meal: With meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 500 units/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: dose must be taken with every meal
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Pancreatitis
    • Before or After Meal: With meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 500 units/kg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: Below 4 years old should take 1000 units/kg/meal

    Creon Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Creon safe for pregnant women?


      Creon may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Creon, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of Creon safe during breastfeeding?


      Information about safety of Creon for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

      Unknown
    • What is the effect of Creon on the Kidneys?


      Creon does not damage the kidneys.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Creon on the Liver?


      Creon is completely safe for the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Creon on the Heart?


      Creon is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Creon with Other Drugs

    Creon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Moderate



    Creon Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Creon unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Creon

    • Is this Creon habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Creon.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      Creon does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Creon only as per medical advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Creon in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Creon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Creon


      Taking Creon with food does not cause any problems.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Creon


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Creon with alcohol.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Creon (pancrelipase)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 670



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