Lactase
Generic name: lactase [ LAK-tase ]
Brand names: Dairy Ease, Lac-Dose, Lactaid, Lactrase, Surelac,
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Dosage forms: oral capsule (250 mg); oral tablet (3000 units; 4500 units; 9000 units); oral tablet, chewable (3000 units; 9000 units)
Drug class:Digestive enzymes
What is lactase?
Lactase is an enzyme that helps your body break down lactose in dairy products. If you are lactose-intolerant, consuming a dairy product can cause gas, bloating, stomach pain, or diarrhea.
Lactase is a dietary supplement that can help prevent these symptoms in people with lactose intolerance who consume milk or other dairy products.
It is not certain whether lactase is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Lactase should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Lactase is often sold as a dietary supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for supplements and some marketed products have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Dietary supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Lactase may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.
Before taking this medicine
This product may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Ask a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider if it is safe for you to use this product if you have other medical conditions.
Do not give lactase to a child younger than 4 years old.
Ask a doctor before using this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How should I take lactase?
When considering the use of a supplement, seek the advice of your doctor. You may also consider consulting a practitioner who is trained in the use of herbal/health supplements.
If you choose to use lactase, use it as directed on the package or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider. Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.
Take lactase with the first bite or sip of any dairy product you consume. You may take lactase daily with every meal and snack that contains dairy.
If you consume more dairy products after 30 to 45 minutes, t
