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Lactase

Generic Medicine
Indications

Prevention of symptoms of lactose intolerance:

  • Infantile colic
  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating
  • Flatulence
  • Diarrhea
  • Borborygmi
Composition
  • Each chewable tablet contains Lactase USP 9000 IU.
  • Each ml drop contains Lactase USP 0.11 gm equivalent to 3333.33 units.
Pharmacology

Lactase is an enzyme that helps to prevent symptoms of lactose intolerance by breaking down milk sugar (lactose) to produce glucose and galactose via hydrolysis, thereby making dairy foods easier to digest.

Dosage Administration

Chewable tablet: 1 tablet with dairy food. If needed dose can be adjusted up to 2 tablets at a time.

Paediatric drops: Add lactase enzyme to breast milk or formula in the following directions

Breast Milk:

  • Express a few tablespoons (2-3 tablespoons) of breast milk into sterilized container
  • Add 4 drops of lactase paediatric drops
  • Give mixture to infant on a spoon or oral syringe before initiating breastfeeding
  • Breast feed as normal

Formula:

  • Add 4 drops of lactase paediatric drops to warm (not hot) formula
  • Wait 30 minutes, shaking formula occasionally

Making formula in advance:

  • Add 2 drops of lactase paediatric drops to warm formula
  • Store in refrigerator for minimum 4 hours
  • Feed Infant as normal
  • Use within 12 hour
  • Discard any unused formula.
Interactions

No information for lactase interactions has been found yet.

Contraindications

This drug is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to lactase or any other components of the product.

Side Effects

There are no major side effects reported. The very few side effects that may occur include rash, difficulty in breathing, tightness in chest, and others.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy: It is unknown if lactase may cause harm to the fetus. Therefore, lactase should be given during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Lactation: It is unknown if lactase is excreted in breast milk. Thus, lactase should be given during lactation only when clearly needed.

Precautions & Warnings

Children: Effective and safe in children above 4 years of age.

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

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