Lactaid Caplet 3000 Fcc Units Per Caplet

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General Drug Information and Indications

Lactase enzyme supplement for management of lactose intolerance; used in animals with lactase deficiency to aid digestion of dairy products. Lactase enzyme supplement (lactase beta-D-galactosidase). Mechanism: exogenous lactase enzyme hydrolyzes lactose (milk sugar) to absorbable glucose and galactose → prevents osmotic diarrhea and GI discomfort from undigested lactose in lactase-deficient animals. Oral administration with lactose-containing food. Key information Lactase enzyme supplement — not a drug. For lactose intolerance. Store in cool, dry place. Safe for supplemental use.

How to Give this Medication

Oral enzyme supplement: administer immediately before or with lactose-containing milk or food. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If you forget a day, simply resume the normal schedule the next day. Missing an occasional dose of this supplement is unlikely to cause harm.

Side Effects

Oral enzyme supplement: generally very well tolerated. GI: mild upset (very rare). No systemic adverse effects.

Precautions

For animals Give with lactose-containing food/milk. Oral enzyme supplement — generally safe. For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Enzyme supplement — generally safe. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.

Overdose

Lactase enzyme supplement — not a drug. Overdose causes no known significant effects.

Lactaid Caplet 3000 Fcc Units Per Caplet dosage forms

ProductStrengthFormSizeType
LACTAID CAPLET 3000 FCC UNITS——1Commercial

Sources

This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)