After removal of Viokase tablets from the US market, the hospital protocol for unclogging enteral feeding tubes was adapted to use Creon pancreatic enzyme delayed-release capsules, despite the lack of published data.OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the effectiveness of a Creon-based pr...
If you cannot swallow pancrelipase capsules whole, the contents of the capsule should be mixed with a soft acidic food (like applesauce, plain Greek yogurt, or bananas) and swallowed whole right away, without chewing. Do not keep the mixture for later use. After swallowing the soft food, dri...
If you cannot swallow pancrelipase capsules whole, the contents of the capsule should be mixed with a soft acidic food (like applesauce, plain Greek yogurt, or bananas) and swallowed whole right away, without chewing. Do not keep the mixture for later use. After swallowing the soft food, dri...
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