Ezymilk
Generic: Lactase
Daily Dose:
Duration:
Alternatives (2)Cheaper & Alternative Brands (9000 IU)
Same active generic (Lactase), same form (Chewable Tablet), exact same strength (9000 IU)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Prevention of symptoms of lactose intolerance-
Infantile colic
Abdominal pain
Bloating
Flatulence
Diarrhea
Borborygmi
Dosage & Administration
Chewable tablet
: 1 tablet with dairy food. If needed 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 sterilized container
Add 4 drops of lactase paediatric drops
Give mixture to infant on a spoon or oral syringe before initiating breastfeeding
Breast feed 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 minimum 4 hours
Feed Infant as normal
Use within 12 hour
Discard any unused formula
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Contraindications
This drug is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to lactase or any other components of the product.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
There are no major side effects reported. The very few side effects may include rash, difficulty in breathing, tightness in chest etc.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
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.