Lactase

Lactase is an enzyme that helps your body digest lactose found in dairy products. If you are lactose intolerant, eating dairy can lead to gas, bloating, stomach pain, or diarrhea.

Lactase is a dietary supplement that can help prevent these symptoms for people with lactose intolerance who drink milk or eat other dairy products.

It is unclear if lactase can treat any medical condition. The FDA has not approved this product for medicinal use. Lactase should not replace any medication prescribed by your doctor.

Lactase is usually sold as a dietary supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards for supplements, and some products on the market have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. It is important to buy dietary supplements from a trustworthy source to reduce the risk of contamination.

Lactase may also be used for purposes not mentioned in this product guide.

When thinking about using a supplement, ask your doctor for advice. You may also want to talk to someone who is trained in herbal or health supplements.

If you decide to use lactase, follow the instructions on the package or those given by your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider. Do not use more of this product than what is recommended on the label.

Take lactase with the first bite or sip of any dairy product you eat or drink. You can take lactase every day with every meal and snack that includes dairy.

If you eat more dairy products after 30 to 45 minutes, take lactase again.

Contact your doctor if you still have symptoms of lactose intolerance or if your symptoms worsen while using this product.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not refrigerate.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

This product may have phenylalanine and could be dangerous if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Check with a doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare provider to see if it is safe for you to use this product if you have other medical conditions.

Do not give lactase to a child under 4 years old.

Ask a doctor before using this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

You may experience less serious side effects, which may be more common, and you may have no side effects at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Usual Adult Dose for Lactose Intolerance:

Original Strength: Swallow three caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms. Extra Strength: Swallow two caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms. Ultra Caplets: Take one caplet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.Maximum Dose: Two caplets at a time. Ultra Chewables: Chew one chewable tablet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.Maximum Dose: Two chewable tablets at a time.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Lactose Intolerance:

Original Strength: Swallow three caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms. Extra Strength: Swallow two caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms. Ultra Caplets: Take one caplet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.Maximum Dose: Two caplets at a time. Ultra Chewables: Chew one chewable tablet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.Maximum Dose: Two chewable tablets at a time.

Take your dose as soon as possible at the start of a meal or snack. Do not take two doses at the same time.

An overdose of lactase is not likely to lead to serious symptoms.

Do not take your dose too early or too late compared to a meal with dairy, or lactase may work less effectively.

Other drugs may affect lactase, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take.