Current supply status and alternatives for Creon Micro Pancreatin
Active shortage affecting some presentations — official DHSC / NHSBSA data list a current shortage for: Creon® 25000 capsules (SSP061) (official data last checked 19 October 2026, 06:17 UTC). Other forms of Creon micro pancreatin may not be affected — check with your pharmacy before travelling.
Protocol until: 08 January 2027
An NHS Serious Shortage Protocol is in place until 08 January 2027.
Under this protocol, if your prescription is for more than one month's supply, your pharmacist may give you one month's supply, if you agree. The rest of that prescription can't be supplied later, so ask your prescriber or GP practice for your next prescription in good time.
From the official notice: NHSBSA SSP061, issued 24 May 2024.
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Not medical advice. MediWatch reports official UK medicine supply data; it is not a substitute for advice from a pharmacist, GP or prescriber. Do not stop, change or switch a medicine without speaking to them first. If you are unwell, contact NHS 111, or call 999 in an emergency. How we check our information.
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Yes — as of 13 May 2026, there is 1 active shortage notification for Creon Micro Pancreatin in the UK, issued by DHSC or NHSBSA. Sign up for MediWatch alerts to be notified of any changes.
Creon Micro Pancreatin is commonly prescribed in the UK for various medical conditions. It is dispensed through NHS pharmacies across the country.
First, ask your pharmacist if a Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) is active — this may allow them to dispense an alternative without a new prescription. If not, contact your GP who can prescribe a suitable alternative. Try other local pharmacies as stock levels vary by location.
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