Creon
Pancrelipase gastro-resistant capsules for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. It contains several enzymes that help digest fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150mg | 30 capsules | $179.00 | $5.97 |
| 150mg | 60 capsules | $299.00 | $4.98 |
| 150mg | 90 capsules | $417.00 | $4.63 |
| 150mg | 120 capsules | $537.00 | $4.48 |
| 150mg | 180 capsules | $778.00 | $4.32 |
- Category
- Digestive Health
- Active ingredient
- Pancrelipase
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Gastro-resistant capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 150mg
Creon is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Creon on your behalf.
- Condition
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
- Alternative names
- Nutrizym
- Therapeutic class
- Digestive Enzyme
- Pharmacological class
- Pancreatic Enzyme
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to porcine proteins
- Minor side effects
- abdominal pain; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; constipation
- Serious side effects
- fibrosing colonopathy, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Gastro-resistant capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Viatris
- Onset time
- during digestion
- Duration
- duration of meal
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in the original container.
Precautions and warnings
swallow whole; maintain adequate hydration; watch for symptoms of fibrosing colonopathy
Patient summary
Pancrelipase gastro-resistant capsules for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. It contains several enzymes that help digest fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
Mechanism of action
Contains a mixture of lipases, proteases, and amylases that supplement depleted pancreatic enzymes, aiding in the breakdown of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates in the digestive tract.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Pregnancy/. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Creon?
No. Creon is the original brand, made by Viatris, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (pancrelipase) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
What is another name for pancrelipase?
Other brand names for pancrelipase include Nutrizym.
How much does Creon cost in South Africa?
It depends on the pack size. Creon comes in a 150mg strength, in packs of 30 to 180 capsules, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per capsule.
Payment and prices →What is Creon used for?
Creon contains pancrelipase, used for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.
What are the side effects of Creon?
The common side effects of pancrelipase are abdominal pain and nausea. Less common ones include diarrhoea and constipation. Serious but less common side effects include fibrosing colonopathy, which needs urgent medical attention.
Is Creon available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Creon. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Creon to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Creon names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Pancrelipase at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.