PANCRELIPASE (Creon) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

PANCRELIPASE

What is the Trade Name for PANCRELIPASE?

Creon

What are the Indications for PANCRELIPASE?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE CREON ¬Æ is indicated for the treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency due to cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreatectomy, or other conditions. CREON is a combination of porcine-derived lipases, proteases, and amylases indicated for the treatment of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency due to cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreatectomy, or other conditions. ( 1 )

 

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