What is Tolerase L?

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Tolerase™ L is an acid lactase that converts lactose into glucose and galactose. The enzyme originates from a special strain of the fungus Aspergillus oryzae.

What makes a person lactose intolerant?

Lactose intolerance is usually the result of your body not producing enough lactase. Lactase is an enzyme (a protein that causes a chemical reaction to occur) normally produced in your small intestine that’s used to digest lactose. If you have a lactase deficiency, it means your body does not produce enough lactase.

How do lactase pills work?

Lactose pills such as Lactaid contain the digestive enzyme lactase, which helps digest lactose, the sugar found in milk and dairy products. People who are lactose intolerant do not make enough lactase to break down this sugar. Supplementing with lactase enzyme helps to prevent symptoms of lactose intolerance.

What does lactase do?

Lactase breaks down the lactose in food so your body can absorb it. People who are lactose intolerant have unpleasant symptoms after eating or drinking milk or milk products. These symptoms include bloating, diarrhea and gas.

What is in Tolerase G?

Tolerase® G is a proline-specific digestive enzyme designed to have optimal activity within the stomach’s harsh conditions. It is the first and only enzyme shown to be effective in several human studies.

What are the side effects of lactase?

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

When should a lactase supplement be taken?

Lactase Enzymes for lactose intolerance The standard dose of lactase enzyme is 6,000 to 9,000 international units (IU) to be taken immediately before a dairy-containing meal. It is always advised to start at a low dose and increase the dose incrementally.

What are the side effects of taking Lactaid?

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Is there a pill you can take for gluten intolerance?

Over-the-counter (OTC) gluten digestion pills claim to help your body metabolize gluten, and thus relieve you of pain and bloating. There are many OTC gluten digestion pills on the market, including Gluten Cutter, GlutenEase, and Gluten Digest.

Can digestive enzymes help gluten intolerance?

No Proof Exists That Enzymes Prevent Gluten Symptoms Adding certain types of enzymes — enzymes your body might or might not lack — enables complete digestion, and will help to prevent symptoms from food intolerance, according to the enzymes’ marketing materials.

Who should not take Lactaid?

Who should not take LACTAID?

a type of joint disorder due to excess uric acid in the blood called gout.
stomach or intestinal tract operation.
Crohn’s disease.
blockage of the stomach or intestine.
inadequate absorption of nutrients due to a short bowel.
high amount of uric acid in the blood.

Do Lactaid pills cause weight gain?

No, lactose intolerance cannot cause weight gain.

What is DSM’s tolerase® G?

It is the first and only enzyme shown to be effective in several human studies. DSM’s Tolerase® G is for consumers with gluten sensitivity – those who are already following a gluten-free diet but want help breaking down residual gluten to support their lifestyle and give them peace of mind.