Digestive Enzyme Advantage Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Digestive Enzyme Advantage 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
Digestive Enzyme Advantage is a dietary supplement by Williams Nutrition with 12 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for lactose intolerance, gas and bloating after dairy, diarrhea from dairy foods.Based on those ingredients, 612 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Dandelion extract, Gentian extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition
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What’s inside
Low disclosure
Digestive Enzyme Advantage contains 12 active ingredients, most of which are digestive enzymes: lactase (breaks down milk sugar), protease (breaks down protein), lipase (breaks down fat), amylase and glucoamylase (break down carbohydrates), alpha-galactosidase (breaks down complex sugars), invertase (breaks down sucrose), acid maltase, peptidase, and ox bile powder (aids fat digestion). The formula also includes dandelion extract and gentian extract as herbal additions in a soothing herbal blend.
Inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, gelatin, silica, and magnesium stearate — are fillers and binders in the capsule.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
The evidence on these ingredients is mixed and limited. Lactase is effective for lactose intolerance, but the evidence for it in prematurity or colic is insufficient.
For dandelion and gentian, there's insufficient reliable evidence to rate them for the conditions they're traditionally used for — things like joint pain, wound healing, or stomach upset. Lipase, protease, and the other digestive enzymes haven't been rated in our data for their effectiveness in this supplement form, so we can't tell you whether the product works for general digestive support.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Lactase is generally well tolerated when used as directed and is likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Dandelion and gentian are the concerns here.
Dandelion is generally well tolerated as food but can cause diarrhea, heartburn, or stomach discomfort; rarely, it may trigger allergic reactions including anaphylaxis in sensitive people, especially those allergic to ragweed or related plants. Gentian can upset the stomach and is best avoided in pregnancy; there's not enough safety data for breastfeeding, so avoid it then too.
Protease is generally well tolerated but may rarely cause digestive upset or allergic reactions. Lipase has no reported adverse effects in adults, though it should be used only under medical guidance if you have serious digestive conditions.
We don't have pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for glucoamylase, alpha-galactosidase, amylase, invertase, acid maltase, peptidase, or ox bile powder.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, double-check with your pharmacist if you take any of these: diabetes medications (antidiabetes drugs), blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs), blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills), drugs metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP1A2, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, lithium, or drugs that undergo glucuronidation in the liver. All of these interactions come from dandelion and gentian in the formula.
For the other ingredients we checked — lactase, protease, and lipase — no interactions are documented.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
This product is a multi-enzyme digestive support with added herbal extracts. If you take diabetes medications, blood pressure drugs, blood thinners, certain antibiotics, or lithium, talk to your pharmacist before starting — dandelion and gentian may interfere.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor first, especially because gentian is best avoided in these periods and safety data on most ingredients is limited. It's generally well tolerated, but people with sensitive stomachs or allergies to ragweed-family plants should be cautious.
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Assessment coverage: 5 of 12 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 20, 2024.
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 Digestive Enzyme Advantage, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Williams Nutrition |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 678829241401 |
| Net contents | 30 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 20, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 315349 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Glucoamylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Digestive Enzyme Blend | 210 mg | -- |
| Alpha-Galactosidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Lactase | 0 NP | -- |
| Soothing Herbal Blend | 200 mg | -- |
| Dandelion extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Amylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Gentian extract | 0 NP | -- |
| Invertase | 0 NP | -- |
| Protease | 0 NP | -- |
| Acid Maltase | 0 NP | -- |
| Peptidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Ox Bile powder | 100 mg | -- |
| Lipase | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Silica, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Digestive Enzyme Advantage is formulated to be taken in conjunction with a high-quality probiotic supplement such as Probiotic Advantage.
Doctor’s Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule as needed before a meal.
Formulation
Unconditionally guaranteed for purity and labeled potency.
Digestive health Digestive comfort Broad spectrum Food breakdown
GF Gluten free
Storage
To preserve quality and freshness, store bottle with cap tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Precautions
Precautions: Consult a health care practitioner before use if you are pregnant or nursing, have a serious medical condition, or use any medications.
Keep out of reach of children.
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.
Formula
Digestive enzymes + soothing herbs
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition
These are the 12 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.
Digestive Enzyme Blend
Soothing Herbal Blend
Ox Bile powder
Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Digestive Enzyme Advantage by Williams Nutrition contains two ingredients with documented interactions: dandelion extract and gentian extract.
The most serious concern is dandelion, which has Moderate interactions with seven medication types. Dandelion may increase levels of drugs broken down by the liver enzyme CYP1A2, raise the risk of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) with diabetes medications, and theoretically increase bleeding risk with blood thinners (anticoagulants) or antiplatelet drugs.
It may also interact with potassium-sparing diuretics (water pills that preserve potassium), certain antibiotics (fluoroquinolones), and lithium by affecting how your kidneys handle these drugs.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Gentian extract carries a Moderate interaction with blood pressure medications (antihypertensive drugs), which could lower your blood pressure further. We could not check glucoamylase, alpha-galactosidase, amylase, invertase, acid maltase, peptidase, or ox bile powder — we hold no data for these ingredients.
Lactase and protease were checked and show no documented interactions. Altogether, these interactions span 608 individual medications.
Use the medication checker on this page to verify your specific prescriptions before you start.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Digestive Enzyme Advantage interact with 612 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
2 of the 12 ingredients in Digestive Enzyme Advantage interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Dandelion extract Gentian extract
AbciximabReoPro
How Abciximab interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking dandelion root along with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Abciximab interactionAbrocitinibCibinqo
How Abrocitinib interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking dandelion root along with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Abrocitinib interactionAcarboseGlucobay, Prandase, Precose
How Acarbose interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractAntidiabetes Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acarbose interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Gentian ExtractAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking gentian with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
Read the full Gentian Extract + Acebutolol interactionAcenocoumarolSintrom
How Acenocoumarol interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking dandelion root along with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acenocoumarol interactionAcetaminophenChildren's Tylenol, Children's Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol, Tylenol Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen interactionAcetaminophen, AspirinGemnisyn
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Anticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, ButalbitalAxocet, Bancap, Bucet, Butex Forte, Esgic CF, Orbivan CF +5 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
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How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PhenylpropanolamineMulti Symptom Cold Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, PseudoephedrineChildren's Tylenol Cold Plus Cough, Tylenol Cold Ex Strength
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Pseudoephedrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, SalicylamideRhinogesic GG
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
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How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractGlucuronidated Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineAlumadrine, Conex, Sinadrin Max Strength, Sinulin
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Digestive Enzyme Advantage — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Dandelion ExtractCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Glucuronidated Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Read the full Dandelion Extract + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Digestive Enzyme Advantage with known interactions, here are the types of medications they can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Dandelion extract
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, taking dandelion root along with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding.
In vitro research suggests that dandelion root inhibits platelet aggregation.
Antidiabetes Drugs
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the risk for hypoglycemia when used with antidiabetes drugs.
Laboratory research suggests that dandelion extract may have moderate alpha-glucosidase inhibitor activity and might also increase insulin secretion. Also, in a case report, a 58-year-old woman with type 2 diabetes who was being treated with insulin developed hypoglycemia 2 weeks after beginning to eat salads containing dandelion.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, dandelion might increase levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2.
Laboratory research suggests that dandelion might inhibit CYP1A2. So far, this interaction has not been reported in humans. However, until more is known, watch for an increase in the levels of drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 in patients taking dandelion.
Glucuronidated Drugs
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the clearance of drugs that are UDP-glucuronosyltransferase substrates.
There is some preliminary evidence that dandelion might induce UDP-glucuronosyltransferase, a phase II enzyme.
Lithium
Theoretically, through diuretic effects, dandelion might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that dandelion has diuretic properties. As diuretics can increase serum lithium levels, the dose of lithium might need to be decreased when taken with dandelion.
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Theoretically, dandelion might increase the risk of hyperkalemia when taken with potassium-sparing diuretics.
Dandelion contains significant amounts of potassium.
Quinolone Antibiotics
Theoretically, dandelion might lower fluoroquinolone levels.
Animal research shows that dandelion reduces absorption of ciprofloxacin and can lower levels by 73%. However, this effect has not been reported in humans.
Gentian extract
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, taking gentian with antihypertensive drugs might increase the risk of hypotension.
In vitro research shows that gentian can cause vasodilation and lower blood pressure.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Digestive Enzyme Advantage, from the product label.
Williams Nutrition
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- City
- Bethesda
- State
- MD
- ZipCode
- 20817
- Phone Number
- 1-800-888-1415
- Web Address
- healthydirections.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Digestive Enzyme Advantage’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Lactase
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 monographProteolytic 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 monographDandelion
Interacts with 457 drugsDandelion is a common plant used in food and traditional medicine, often promoted as a natural 'water pill' and digestive aid. Human evidence for these uses is very limited, so its benefits...
Read the full Dandelion monograph → Herb & supplement monographGentian
Interacts with 172 drugsGentian is a very bitter root traditionally used to stimulate appetite and ease mild digestive complaints, often as part of "bitters" before meals. The evidence is mostly traditional and pre...
Read the full Gentian monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Digestive Enzyme Advantage'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.
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The 37 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.
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
Dandelion 27 references
- Maliakal PP, Wanwimolruk S. Effect of herbal teas on hepatic drug metabolizing enzymes in rats. J Pharm Pharmacol 2001;53:1323-9. PubMed
- Williams CA, Goldstone F, Greenham J. Flavonoids, cinnamic acids and coumarins from the different tissues and medicinal preparations of Taraxacum officinale. Phytochemistry 1996;42:121-7. PubMed
- Hussain Z, Waheed A, Qureshi RA, et al. The effect of medicinal plants of Islamabad and Murree region of Pakistan on insulin secretion from INS-1 cells. Phytother Res 2004;18:73-7. PubMed
- Racz-Kotilla E, Racz G, Solomon A. The action of Taraxacum officinale extracts on the body weight and diuresis of laboratory animals. Planta Med 1974;26:212-7. PubMed
- Zhu M, Wong PY, Li RC. Effects of taraxacum mongolicum on the bioavailability and disposition of ciprofloxacin in rats. J Pharm Sci 1999;88:632-4. PubMed
- Jovanovic M, Mimica-Dukic N, Poljacki M, Boza P. Erythema multiforme due to contact with weeds: a recurrence after patch testing. Contact Dermatitis 2003;48:17-25. PubMed
- Chivato T, Juan F, Montoro A, Laguna R. Anaphylaxis induced by ingestion of a pollen compound. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol 1996;6:208-9.
- Cohen SH, Yunginger JW, Rosenberg N, Fink JN. Acute allergic reaction after composite pollen ingestion. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1979;64:270-4. PubMed
- Lovell CR, Rowan M. Dandelion dermatitis. Contact Dermatitis 1991;25:185-8. PubMed
- Agarwal SC, Crook JR, Pepper CB. Herbal remedies -- how safe are they? A case report of polymorphic ventricular tachycardia/ventricular fibrillation induced by herbal medication used for obesity. Int J Cardiol 2006;106:260-1. PubMed
- Martín-Muñoz MF, Bartolome B, Caminoa M, et al. Bee pollen: a dangerous food for allergic children. Identification of responsible allergens. Allergol Immunopathol (Madr) 2010;38:263-5. PubMed
- Neef H, Cilli F, Declerck PJ, et al. Platelet anti-aggregating activity of Taraxacum officinale Weber. Phytotherapy Research 1996;10:s138-s140.
- Cuzzolin L, Zaffani S, and Benoni G. Safety implications regarding use of phytomedicines. Eur.J Clin Pharmacol. 2006;62:37-42. PubMed
- Posadzki, P., Watson, L. K., and Ernst, E. Adverse effects of herbal medicines: an overview of systematic reviews. Clin Med 2013;13(1):7-12. PubMed
- Wakelin, S. H., Marren, P., Young, E., and Shaw, S. Compositae sensitivity and chronic hand dermatitis in a seven-year-old boy. Br J Dermatol 1997;137(2):289-291. PubMed
- Ingber, A. Seasonal allergic contact dermatitis from Taraxacum officinale (dandelion) in an Israeli florist. Contact Dermatitis 2000;43(1):49.
- Rodriguez, B., Rodriguez, A., de Barrio, M., Tornero, P., and Baeza, M. L. Asthma induced by canary food mix. Allergy Asthma Proc. 2003;24(4):265-268.
- Syhaieva, I. A. [Efficiency of specific immunotherapy in treatment of patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis]. Lik.Sprava. 2006;(1-2):51-53.
- Catania, M. A., Oteri, A., Caiello, P., Russo, A., Salvo, F., Giustini, E. S., Caputi, A. P., and Polimeni, G. Hemorrhagic cystitis induced by an herbal mixture. South.Med.J. 2010;103(1):90-92. PubMed
- Goksu, E., Eken, C., Karadeniz, O., and Kucukyilmaz, O. First report of hypoglycemia secondary to dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) ingestion. Am J Emerg.Med 2010;28(1):111-112. PubMed
- Fernandez-Gonzalez, D., Gonzalez-Parrado, Z., Vega-Maray, A. M., Valencia-Barrera, R. M., Camazon-Izquierdo, B., De, Nuntiis P., and Mandrioli, P. Platanus pollen allergen, Pla a 1: quantification in the atmosphere and influence on a sensitizing populati
- Liang, K. L., Su, M. C., Shiao, J. Y., Wu, S. H., Li, Y. H., and Jiang, R. S. Role of pollen allergy in Taiwanese patients with allergic rhinitis. J Formos.Med Assoc. 2010;109(12):879-885. PubMed
- Yang, Y., Zhao, Y., Wang, C. S., Wang, X. D., and Zhang, L. [Prevalence of sensitization to aeroallergens in 10 030 patients with allergic rhinitis]. Zhonghua Er.Bi Yan.Hou Tou.Jing.Wai Ke Za Zhi 2011;46(11):914-920.
- Davies, M. G. and Kersey, P. J. Contact allergy to yarrow and dandelion. Contact Dermatitis 1986;14(4):256-257. PubMed
- Collins JM and Miller DR. Dandelion green bezoar following antrectomy and vagotomy - case report. J Kansas Med Soc 1966;67(6):303-304.
- Moriarty B, Pinney JH, Owen-Casey MP, Rustin MH, Deroide F, Laing C, Davenport A. Digital necrosis from dandelion tea. Br J Dermatol. 2013 Jul;169(1):227-30. PubMed
- Onal S, Timur S, Okutucu B, Zihnioglu F. Inhibition of alphaglucosidase by aqueous extracts of some potent antidiabetic medicinal herbs. Prep Biochem Biotechnol 2005;35:29-36.
Gentian 5 references
- Neubauer N, Marz RW. Placebo-controlled, randomized, double-blind, clincal trial with Sinupret sugar coated tablets on the basis of a therapy with antibiotics and decongestant nasal drops in acute sinusitis. Phytomedicine 1994;1:177-81.
- Marz RW, Ismail C, Popp MA. Action profile and efficacy of a herbal combination preparation for the treatment of sinusitis. Wien Med Wochenschr 1999;149:202-8.
- Uncini Manganelli RE, Chericoni S, Baragatti B. Ethnopharmacobotany in Tuscany: plants used as antihypertensives. Fitoterapia 2000;71:S95-100. PubMed
- Baragatti B, Calderone V, Testai L, et al. Vasodilator activity of crude methanolic extract of Gentiana kokiana Perr. et Song. (Gentianaceae). J Ethnopharmacol 2002;79:369-72. PubMed
- Sanatani M, Younus J, Stitt L, et al. Tolerability of the combination of ginger (Zingiber officinalis), gentian (Gentiana lutea) and turmeric (Curcuma longa) in patients with cancer-associated anorexia. J Complement Integr Med. 2015;12(1):57-60.
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
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