Chew-Zyme Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Chew-Zyme against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Chew-Zyme is a dietary supplement by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living with 8 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestion and bloating, muscle soreness and exercise recovery, inflammation and swelling.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Chew-Zyme contains eight active ingredients: four enzymes that break down carbohydrates (amylase, glucoamylase, invertase, and diastase), one that breaks down protein (protease), one that breaks down fat (lipase), one that breaks down lactose (lactase), and a proprietary blend called BioCore. These are all digestive enzymes meant to help your body process food.
The product also contains inactive ingredients — fructose, natural colors and flavors, and maltodextrin — which are fillers and flavor enhancers.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Lactase in this product is rated effective for lactose intolerance, meaning the evidence supports its use to help people digest dairy. The evidence for lactase in colic or for premature infants is insufficient to rate it either way.
For lipase, the evidence on its use for digestive upset (dyspepsia) or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is also insufficient — we don't have enough data to say whether it works. There is no effectiveness data on file for protease, amylase, glucoamylase, invertase, or diastase.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Protease and lactase are generally well tolerated in most adults, though protease may occasionally cause digestive upset or allergic reactions. Lactase is generally well tolerated when used as directed, though rare allergic reactions have been reported in occupational settings.
Lipase is generally well tolerated in supplement form, but if you have a serious digestive condition, use it only under medical guidance. During pregnancy, protease safety has not been established and is best avoided unless your doctor prescribes it; lactase is likely safe but check with your doctor first; and lipase has little safety data, so use only if your doctor advises it.
During breastfeeding, protease and lipase have minimal safety data — talk with your healthcare provider first. Lactase acts only in the gut, so it carries limited breastfeeding concerns, but ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. We cannot verify three others — amylase, glucoamylase, invertase, and diastase — so if you take medications and want to be thorough, check them through the tool on this page or ask your pharmacist.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Chew-Zyme is a multi-enzyme digestive aid most relevant if you have trouble digesting dairy or carbohydrates — lactase is the only ingredient with solid evidence behind it. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, have a serious digestive condition, or take any medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to make sure it's right for you and won't interfere with your care.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 8 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 21, 2012.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Chew-Zyme, straight from the product label.
| Brand | IVL Institute For Vibrant Living |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 90 Chewable Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 21, 2012 |
| DSLD ID | 15381 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 g | 2% |
| Amylase | 1750 DU | -- |
| Glucoamylase | 2.5 AGU | -- |
| Invertase | 200 SU | -- |
| Protease | 25 SAPU | -- |
| Protease | 10500 HUT | -- |
| Lactase | 500 ALU | -- |
| BioCore(R) | 72 mg | -- |
| Lipase | 250 FIP | -- |
| Diastase | 750 DP | -- |
Other ingredients: Fructose, natural colors and flavors, Maltodextrin
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take one (1) chewable tablet three (3) times daily or as recommended by your healthcare professional.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Chew-Zyme(TM) is a chewable digestive enzyme blend.
BioCore(R) Kids is a trademark of National Enzyme Company.
Precautions
Pregnant or lactating women should consult a healthcare professional prior to use.
Before you take any supplement, please consult your physician or other licensed healthcare professional to determine if it's appropriate for you.
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General Statements
CHEWABLE DIGESTIVE ENZYMES* All Natural and pure as nature intended.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS
PLEASE RECYCLE
FDA Disclaimer Statement
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living
These are the 8 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Other (inactive) ingredients: Fructose, Natural colors and flavors, Maltodextrin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Chew-Zyme. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Chew-Zyme, from the product label.
IVL Institute For Vibrant Living
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- 1-800-218-1379
- Web Address
- www.IVLProducts.com
Chew-Zyme by IVL Institute For Vibrant Living: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Chew-Zyme’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases)
Proteolytic enzymes are proteins that help break down other proteins, and common examples include bromelain (from pineapple), papain (from papaya), trypsin, chymotrypsin, and pancreatin. Peo...
Read the full Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) monograph → Herb & supplement monographLactase
Lactase is a digestive enzyme supplement that helps people who lack enough natural lactase break down lactose, the sugar in milk and dairy. It can reduce gas, bloating, cramping, and diarrhe...
Read the full Lactase monograph → Herb & supplement monographLipase
Lipase is a digestive enzyme that helps your body break down dietary fats. It is well established as part of prescription pancreatic enzyme therapy for people who cannot make enough of their...
Read the full Lipase monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Chew-Zyme's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 5 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 3 references
- Weeks JA, Harper RA, Simon RA, Burdick JD. Assessment of sensitization risk of a laundry pre-spotter containing protease. Cutan Ocul Toxicol. 2011;30(4):272-9. PubMed
- Marquès LI, Lara S, Abós T, Bartolomé B. Occupational rhinitis due to pepsin. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2006;16(2):136-7. DOI
- Cartier A, Malo JL, Pineau L, Dolovich J. Occupational asthma due to pepsin. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 1984;73(5 Pt 1):574-7. PubMed
See these in context on the Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) monograph →
Lactase 1 reference
- Laukkanen A, Ruoppi P, Remes S, Koistinen T, Mäkinen-Kiljunen S. Lactase-induced occupational protein contact dermatitis and allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Contact Dermatitis. 2007;57(2):89-93. PubMed
Lipase 1 reference
- Casper C, Hascoet JM, Ertl T, et al. Recombinant bile salt-stimulated lipase in preterm infant feeding: A randomized phase 3 study. PLoS One. 2016;11(5):e0156071. PubMed
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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.
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