Creon (generic: pancrelipase) is a prescription medication used to replace enzymes normally produced by the pancreas. Cystic fibrosis, chronic pancreatitis (swollen pancreas), and pancreatectomy (removal of some or all of the pancreas) can cause a lack of these enzymes that help your body digest food. Creon contains a mixture of 3 enzymes from the glands of pigs.

This medication comes in capsule form and is taken before each meal. Do not crush or chew Creon capsules.

Common side effects of Creon include nausea, vomiting, and mild stomach pain.