Creon 35 000™

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Creon is indicated as pancreatic enzyme replacement in paediatric and adult patients with pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI). Pancreatic exocrine insufficiency is often associated with, but not limited to: cystic fibrosis chronic pancreatitis pancreatic surgery gastrointestinal bypass surgery (e.g. Bilroth II gastroenterostomy) ductal obstruction of the pancreas or common bile duct (e.g. from neoplasm)

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 24 Months
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius

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Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Capsule
• Oral
• Opaque burnt orange/colourless transparent capsule containing brownish minimicrospheres

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These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 100

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This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: lipase + amylase + protease

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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