DGST Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Chiro-Zyme
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking DGST 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
DGST is a dietary supplement by Chiro-Zyme with 9 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 DGST by Chiro-Zyme
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
Low disclosure
Chiro-Zyme contains 9 active digestive enzymes. Protease breaks down proteins, lipase breaks down fats, and lactase breaks down milk sugar — these three are well-studied enzymes.
The product also includes amylase, cellulase, invertase, glucoamylase, hemicellulase, and diastase, plus a proprietary blend of plant enzymes. The capsule itself is made from vegetable material, and there's a small amount of phytase as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
Lactase in this product is effective for lactose intolerance — that one's established. For the other enzymes — protease, lipase, and the rest — the evidence we hold is either not there or marked insufficient to say whether they work for their intended digestive support roles.
That's not uncommon with older enzyme blends; the research just hasn't caught up to the marketing.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Protease, lipase, and lactase are generally well tolerated in adults, though digestive upset or allergic reactions are possible in some people. Protease isn't recommended during pregnancy unless your doctor prescribes it, and there's little safety data for it during breastfeeding.
Lipase and lactase have limited pregnancy and breastfeeding data, so check with your doctor before regular use if you're pregnant or nursing. Rare allergic reactions to lactase dust have been reported in occupational settings, and there's a case report of occupational asthma linked to pepsin (a protease).
For people with serious digestive conditions, medical guidance is wise.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Chiro-Zyme is a multi-enzyme blend best suited for people looking for general digestive support and those with lactose intolerance — that's the one enzyme with solid evidence. If you're pregnant, nursing, or have a serious digestive condition, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.
Because we couldn't check several of the enzymes in this blend, mention the product to your pharmacist if you take any medications regularly.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 9 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2018.
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 DGST, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Chiro-Zyme |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 697706002003 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 176417 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| 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 DGST by Chiro-Zyme, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Amylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Protease | 0 NP | -- |
| Lipase | 0 NP | -- |
| Lactase | 0 NP | -- |
| Cellulase | 0 NP | -- |
| Invertase | 0 NP | -- |
| Glucoamylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Hemicellulase | 0 NP | -- |
| Diastase | 0 NP | -- |
| Proprietary Plant Enzyme Blend | 349 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Phytase, Vegetable Capsule
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Brand IP Statement(s)
pHBS pH balancing system
EFI Enzyme Formulations, Inc.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children
Note: Consult your physician before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Do not use if inner or outer seal is broken, torn, or missing.
Storage
To ensure freshness and potency, keep bottle tightly closed and store in a cool, dry place.
General
J-63870-5
FDA Statement of Identity
A Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions for use: Take 2 capsules, 3 times daily with meals or as directed.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
DGST by Chiro-Zyme 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 DGST by Chiro-Zyme
These are the 9 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container45 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: Phytase, Vegetable Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
DGST by Chiro-Zyme Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in DGST. 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 DGST, from the product label.
Chiro-Zyme
See all Chiro-Zyme products- Name
- Enzyme Formulations, Inc.
- City
- Madison
- State
- Wisconsin
- ZipCode
- 53719
- Phone Number
- 1-800-614-4400
- Web Address
- www.enzymeformulations.com
DGST by Chiro-Zyme: Common Questions
Does DGST by Chiro-Zyme interact with any medications?
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Where does this information come from?
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Is it safe to take while pregnant?
What about breastfeeding?
Could I have an allergic reaction?
Will this interact with my medications?
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The Full Monographs Behind DGST’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 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 → 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 →Sources & How We Checked
DGST'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 →
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
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
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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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