Lactase: Uses,Dosage,Side Effects

Generic Name

Lactase

Therapeutic Class: Pediatric Drops

Anti-diarrhoeal Enzyme

Indications:

• Prevention of symptoms of lactose intolerance in infants-
• Infantile colic
• Abdominal pain
• Bloating
• Flatulence
• Diarrhea
• Borborygmi

Presentation:
Pediatric Drops: Each ml drop contains Lactase USP 0.11g equivalent to 3333.33 units.

Description:
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 and making dairy foods easier to digest.

Dosage & Administration:
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 formula occasionally

Making formula in advance:

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

Interaction:
No information for lactase interactions has been found yet.

Contraindication
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 may include rash, difficulty in breathing, tightness in the chest, etc.

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

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