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Indications
Pharmacology
Lactase is an enzyme that helps prevent symptoms of lactose intolerance by breaking down milk sugar (lactose) into glucose and galactose through hydrolysis, making dairy foods easier to digest.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Lactase's effect on the unborn baby is not known, so it should only be used during pregnancy if there is a clear need. It is also not known whether lactase passes into breast milk, so it should only be used while breastfeeding if there is a clear need.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Adults: Chewable tablet: 1 tablet with dairy food. If needed, the 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 a sterilized container. Add 4 drops of lactase paediatric drops. Give the mixture to the infant on a spoon or oral syringe before initiating breastfeeding. Breastfeed as normal.
Formula: Add 4 drops of lactase paediatric drops to warm (not hot) formula. Wait 30 minutes, shaking the formula occasionally.
Making formula in advance: Add 2 drops of lactase paediatric drops to warm formula. Store in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours. Feed the infant as normal. Use within 12 hours. Discard any unused formula.