Lactase Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 21, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 3000 units; 1250 units/5 gtt; 4500 units; 9000 units; 250 mg; 4500 units/g
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Usual Pediatric Dose for:
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Usual Adult Dose for Lactose Intolerance
Original Strength: Swallow three caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Extra Strength: Swallow two caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Ultra Caplets: Take one caplet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Maximum Dose: Two caplets at a time.
Ultra Chewables: Chew one chewable tablet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Maximum Dose: Two chewable tablets at a time.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Lactose Intolerance
Original Strength: Swallow three caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Extra Strength: Swallow two caplets with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Ultra Caplets: Take one caplet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Maximum Dose: Two caplets at a time.
Ultra Chewables: Chew one chewable tablet with first bite of dairy foods to help prevent symptoms.
Maximum Dose: Two chewable tablets at a time.
Renal Dose Adjustments
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Liver Dose Adjustments
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Dialysis
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