Digest Basic Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Enzymedica
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Digest Basic 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
Digest Basic is a dietary supplement by Enzymedica with 10 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 Digest Basic by Enzymedica
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
Digest Basic contains ten digestive enzymes designed to help break down food. Three of them—protease, lipase, and lactase—are the workhorses: protease breaks down protein, lipase tackles fat, and lactase handles lactose from dairy.
The other seven enzymes (amylase, cellulase, pectinase, glucoamylase, alpha-galactosidase, xylanase, and maltase) target different carbohydrates and fiber. The capsule also contains cellulose and water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
The evidence is limited. Lactase is effective for lactose intolerance—if that's why you're considering this product, that ingredient will help.
For lipase and protease, we don't have enough reliable evidence to say whether they work for general digestive complaints like indigestion or inflammatory bowel disease. The same goes for the other enzymes in the formula; effectiveness data isn't on file.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
These enzymes are generally well tolerated by most adults. Protease and lipase may occasionally cause mild digestive upset.
Rarely, people exposed to powdered lactase have had allergic reactions (contact rash or nasal allergy), though this is unusual in supplement form. For pregnancy, the safety data is sparse.
Lactase is likely safe; protease and lipase are cautions—use only if your doctor recommends it. Breastfeeding data is limited for all three, so check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
If you have a serious digestive condition, talk to your healthcare provider before starting.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Digest Basic is a good fit if you have trouble digesting lactose or want general enzyme support for digestion. It's generally well tolerated and doesn't interact with medications we've checked.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a chronic digestive disorder, talk to your pharmacist or doctor first.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 10 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 22, 2025.
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 Digest Basic, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Enzymedica |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 670480290507 |
| Net contents | 30 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 22, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 328878 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Digest Basic by Enzymedica, 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 | -- |
| Pectinase | 0 NP | -- |
| Glucoamylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Alpha-Galactosidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Xylanase | 0 NP | -- |
| Maltase | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Water
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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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.
General Statements
Enzyme deficiencies may result from a combination of age, diet and lifestyle. These deficiencies can lead to a variety of digestive discomforts, including occasional gas, bloating, indigestion and irregularity.
#1 Selling enzyme brand
Toll-free: 1-888-918-1118 | enzymedica.com
Formula
Digest Basic is a gentle formula that breaks down carbohydrates, fats, fiber and protein. The enzymes included in Digest Basic support optimal digestion by helping the body absorb nutrients and convert food into energy. Digestive well-being improves concentration and increases vitality.
Thera-Blend enzymes are comprised of multiple variants which are blended to work synergistically throughout the broad pH range of the human body.
Vegan & Kosher
K Parve (Kosher) #K1840
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended use: 1 capsule with each meal. More may be taken as needed. For higher enzyme potency, Enzymedica's Digest or Digest Gold may be helpful.
Formulation
No fillers added
Made in USA with global ingredients
Non GMO
Digestive Essential Essential Enzyme Formula Gentle digestive support Easy-to-swallow capsule
Vegan & Kosher
Contains no: Gluten, milk, casein, soy, egg, artificial colors or flavors
Brand IP Statement(s)
Enzymedica The Enzyme Experts
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Precautions
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Please keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Keep closed in a dry place; avoid excessive heat.
Seals/Symbols
K Parve (Kosher)
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Digest Basic by Enzymedica 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 Digest Basic by Enzymedica
These are the 10 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 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.
Amylase
Protease
No knowninteractions
Proteolytic enzymes are proteins that help break down other proteins, and common examples include bromelain (from pineapple), papain (from papaya), tr...
Protease monograph & interactionsLipase
No knowninteractions
Lipase is a digestive enzyme that helps your body break down dietary fats. It is well established as part of prescription pancreatic enzyme therapy fo...
Lipase monograph & interactionsLactase
No knowninteractions
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 red...
Lactase monograph & interactionsCellulase
Pectinase
Glucoamylase
Alpha-Galactosidase
Xylanase
Maltase
Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Digest Basic by Enzymedica Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Digest Basic. 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 Digest Basic, from the product label.
Enzymedica
See all Enzymedica products- Name
- Enzymedica, Inc.
- Street Address
- 771 Commerce Drive
- City
- Venice
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 34292
- Phone Number
- 1-888-918-1118
- Web Address
- enzymedica.com
Digest Basic by Enzymedica: Common Questions
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Does this work for general indigestion?
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The Full Monographs Behind Digest Basic’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
Digest Basic'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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