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Compare Creon vs. Viokace

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  • Creon (pancrelipase)
    Viokace (pancrelipase)
  • Creon (pancrelipase)
    Viokace (pancrelipase)

  • Summary of Creon vs. Viokace

    Summary for Enzyme replacement therapy
    Prescription only

    Creon (pancrelipase) is a prescription medication that contains pancreatic enzymes to help you digest food if your body doesn't make enough of them. It's used in both children and adults to treat exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI). The medication comes as a pill that you take by mouth with every meal and snack to help break down food. The dose depends on your weight, age, and how much fat you eat, and it might be adjusted over time. Common side effects include cough, stomach pain, and vomiting.

    Summary for Enzyme replacement therapy
    Prescription only

    Viokace (pancrelipase) is a prescription medication used to treat adults with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) caused by chronic pancreatitis or surgery to remove the pancreas. Unlike other pancreatic enzyme products, it doesn't have a special coating to protect the enzymes from stomach acid, so it must be taken with a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). The medication comes as a tablet you take by mouth with meals and snacks, and your prescriber will help decide the right dose for you. Common side effects include anal itching and gallstones. Right now, no generic version is available.

  • Indications of Creon vs. Viokace

    Indications for
    •Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI)
    Indications for
    •Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) caused by chronic pancreatitis or surgery to remove the pancreas

  • Pros and Cons of Creon vs. Viokace

    Pros and Const for Enzyme replacement therapy
    Pros
    •Capsules can be opened up and mixed with certain soft foods
    •Safe for children and infants
    •Comes in multiple strengths
    •No known interactions with other medications
    Cons
    •Must be taken with every meal and snack
    •Might not be safe to take for people with pork allergy
    •Can cause stomach pain and vomiting
    •Dose adjustment can take a while
    Pros and Const for Enzyme replacement therapy
    Pros
    •Helps digest food and absorb nutrients
    •Flexible dosing based on meal size
    •No known interactions with other medications
    Cons
    •Must be taken with every meal and snack
    •Needs to be taken with a PPI
    •Not approved for use in children

  • Common Side Effects of Creon vs. Viokace

    Common Side Effects for

    Adults and children 7 years and older with cystic fibrosis:

    •Vomiting (6%)
    •Dizziness (4%)
    •Cough (4%)

    Children ages 4 months to 6 years old with cystic fibrosis:

    •Vomiting (6%)
    •Irritability (6%)
    •Reduced appetite (6%)

    Adults with chronic pancreatitis or pancreas removal surgery:

    •High blood sugar (8%)
    •Low blood sugar (4%)
    •Stomach pain (4%)
    •Abnormal stool (4%)
    •Passing gas (4%)
    •Frequent bowel movements (4%)
    •Common cold symptoms (4%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Anal itching (7%)
    •Gallstones (7%)

  • Warnings of Creon vs. Viokace

    Common Side Effects for
    •Scarring in the colon (fibrosing colonopathy)
    •Mouth irritation
    •High uric acid levels
    •Possible risk of infection
    •Severe allergic reactions
    Common Side Effects for
    •Scarring in the colon (fibrosing colonopathy)
    •Mouth irritation
    •High uric acid levels
    •Possible risk of infection
    •Severe allergic reaction
    •Worsening of lactose intolerance problems

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