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Is creon, as a prescription, that helps in digestive absorption generally well tolerated by most people?

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Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Yes: Creon is a replacement digestive enzyme for people who have had problems with their pancreas and it is generally very well tolerated when taken with a meal.

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 6/21/2015

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A member asked:

Is creon, as a prescription, that helps in digestive absorption generally well tolerated by most people?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Dr Saghafi agreed

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