Lac-Dose
Generic name:lactase [ LAK-tase ]
Brand names: Dairy Ease, Lac-Dose, Lactaid, Lactrase, Surelac
Drug class:Digestive enzymes
What is Lac-Dose?
Lac-Dose 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.
Lac-Dose 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 Lac-Dose is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. This medicine should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Lac-Dose 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.
Lac-Dose 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 Lac-Dose 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 Lac-Dose?
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 Lac-Dose, 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 Lac-Dose with the first bite or sip of any dairy product you consume. You may take this medicine daily with every meal and snack that contains dairy.
If you consume more dairy products after 30 to 45 minutes, take Lac-Dose again.
Call your doctor if you still have symptoms of lactose intolerance or if your symptoms get worse while using this product.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not refrigerate.