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Creon

Indication

pancreatic insufficiency, ductal obstruction

Action

replacement of pancreatic enzymes: lipase, amylase, protease

Therapeutic Class

digestive agent

Pharmacologic Class

pancreatic enzyme

Nursing Considerations

• contraindicated with pig products allergy • can cause shortness of breath, nausea, diarrhea, rash • assess nutritional status • monitor for steatorrhea • may increase uric acid levels • instruct patient to follow diet • take with meals and snacks