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Dietary supplement

Fat DigestEnz Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by ProEnzol

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Fat DigestEnz is a dietary supplement by ProEnzol with 7 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive support, bloating and gas, fat digestion.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 Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol

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.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 7 active ingredients.
  • “Fat DigestEnz Blend” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (335 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

Fat DigestEnz is a digestive enzyme blend with 7 active ingredients. Lipase breaks down dietary fats; proteases break down proteins; amylase breaks down carbohydrates; and the others — cellulase, peptidase, glucoamylase, and alpha-galactosidase — help break down plant fibers and complex sugars.

The product also contains plant fiber and water as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digest high-fat foods and assimilate nutrients.
  • We looked for evidence on: Dyspepsia, fat malabsorption, pancreatic insufficiency, postprandial discomfort.
  • The closest evidence on file: Lipase is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Dyspepsia (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for these enzymes is limited. Lipase is rated as having insufficient reliable evidence for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and dyspepsia (indigestion).

Proteases have no effectiveness ratings on file. In general, digestive enzyme supplements are studied far less than prescription medications, so we don't have strong data to say whether this blend will work for any specific condition.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lipase Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases)

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Lipase is generally well tolerated in supplement form, though people with serious digestive conditions should use it only under medical guidance. Proteases are also generally well tolerated for most adults but may cause digestive upset or allergic reactions in some people.

There is little safety data on lipase in pregnancy or while breastfeeding — check with your healthcare provider before taking it if you're pregnant or nursing. Proteases are best avoided during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lipase Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases)

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 2 matched ingredients has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Before starting, run your exact medications through the checker on this page or confirm with your pharmacist.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This enzyme blend is generally well tolerated and carries no documented drug interactions we can find. If you have serious digestive problems, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first — they can help you figure out whether it's right for you.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 7 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2020.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Fat DigestEnz, straight from the product label.

Brand ProEnzol
Barcode (UPC) 707636123010
Net contents 90 Vegan Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2020
DSLD ID 221309
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Servings per container
90
UPC/BARCODE
707636123010
IngredientAmount% DV
Amylase0 NP--
Lipase0 NP--
Cellulase0 NP--
Peptidase0 NP--
Glucoamylase0 NP--
Alpha-Galactosidase0 NP--
Fat DigestEnz Blend335 mg--
Proteases0 NP--

Other ingredients: Plant Fiber, Water

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Label statements
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Formula

ProEnzol Fat DigestEnz provides a blend of non-animal derived enzymes with extra Lipase to assist the body's own enzymes in the digestion of high-fat foods and assimilation of fat-soluble nutrients, helping to relieve occasional gastrointestinal discomfort associated with an inability to properly break down fat.

Formulation

ProEnzol Fat DigestEnz provides a blend of non-animal derived enzymes with extra Lipase to assist the body's own enzymes in the digestion of high-fat foods and assimilation of fat-soluble nutrients, helping to relieve occasional gastrointestinal discomfort associated with an inability to properly break down fat.

Helps digest high-fat foods and assimilate fat-soluble nutrients

Contains no: sugar, soy, wheat, yeast, gluten, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, dairy, animal products, artificial colors, flavors and sweeteners or genetically modified organisms (GMOs).

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take one (1) capsule 20 minutes after each meal or snack containing fat, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, have a serious medical condition, or take any medications, consult your healthcare professional before use.

Use only if tamper-evident seal is unbroken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, mitigate, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Exclusively for professionals

See for yourself

Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol

These are the 7 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Fat DigestEnz Blend

335 mg per serving
  • › Amylase
  • Lipase
  • › Cellulase
  • › Peptidase
  • › Glucoamylase
  • › Alpha-Galactosidase
  • Proteases

Other (inactive) ingredients: Plant Fiber, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Fat DigestEnz. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Fat DigestEnz, from the product label.

ProEnzol

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Name
Enzymes Inc.
City
Kansas City
State
MO
ZipCode
64153
Phone Number
1-800-637-7893
Web Address
www.proenzol.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol: Common Questions

Does Fat DigestEnz by ProEnzol interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Fat DigestEnz. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Fat DigestEnz contains 7 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will this help with indigestion?
Lipase, one of the main ingredients, is rated as having insufficient evidence for indigestion. That means we don't have strong data showing it works for that purpose, though many people use digestive enzymes for symptom relief.
Can I take this if I have inflammatory bowel disease?
Lipase is rated as having insufficient evidence for IBD, and people with serious digestive conditions should use it only under medical guidance. Talk with your doctor before starting, since your condition is complex.
Is it safe to take while pregnant?
There is little safety data on lipase in pregnancy, so use only if advised by your doctor. Proteases are best avoided during pregnancy unless prescribed. Talk with your healthcare provider before taking this product.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
Safety while breastfeeding has not been well studied for lipase, and there is little data for proteases either. Check with your healthcare provider first before taking it.
What are these enzymes actually for?
Lipase breaks down fats, proteases break down proteins, amylase breaks down carbohydrates, and the others help break down plant fibers and complex sugars. Digestive enzymes are meant to help your body process food, though the evidence for supplemental enzymes is limited.
Can this cause allergic reactions?
Proteases may rarely cause allergic reactions in some people. If you have a known enzyme allergy or experience swelling, difficulty breathing, or severe itching after taking it, stop and seek immediate medical care.

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Sources & How We Checked

Fat DigestEnz'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.

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 4 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.

Lipase 1 reference
  1. 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

See these in context on the Lipase monograph →

Proteolytic Enzymes (proteases) 3 references
  1. 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
  2. Marquès LI, Lara S, Abós T, Bartolomé B. Occupational rhinitis due to pepsin. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2006;16(2):136-7. DOI
  3. 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 →

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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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