Full Spectrum Enzymes Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Dr. Mercola
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Full Spectrum Enzymes 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
Full Spectrum Enzymes is a dietary supplement by Dr. Mercola with 11 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 Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola
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
Dr. Mercola's Full Spectrum Enzymes contains 11 active enzyme ingredients designed to support digestion across different food types.
Protease and acid protease break down proteins; lipase handles fats; lactase breaks down milk sugar (lactose); and the remaining enzymes — amylase, cellulase, invertase, alpha-galactosidase, pectinase, hemicellulase, and amyloglucosidase — target carbohydrates, fiber, and other dietary compounds. The capsule itself is made of microcrystalline cellulose, with calcium laurate as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
We hold effectiveness ratings only for lactase and lipase. Lactase is rated effective for lactose intolerance — the main reason people use lactase supplements.
For lipase, the evidence is insufficient to rate whether it helps with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or indigestion (dyspepsia). For the other nine active ingredients, we have no effectiveness ratings on file, so we can't tell you from our data whether they work for digestive support or any other purpose.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Protease and acid protease are generally well tolerated but may cause digestive upset or allergic reactions in some people; rarely, allergic reactions to airborne proteolytic enzymes have been reported in occupational settings. Lipase is generally well tolerated in supplement form, though people with serious digestive conditions should use it only under medical guidance.
Lactase is generally well tolerated when used as directed. Rare cases of allergic reactions to lactase itself have been reported in people exposed to powdered forms.
During pregnancy, protease and acid protease should be avoided unless prescribed because safety hasn't been established. Lipase and lactase carry caution ratings — there's little safety data in pregnancy and breastfeeding, so check with your doctor before regular use.
For the other ingredients, pregnancy and breastfeeding safety data is not on file.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, if you take any medications regularly, it's worth confirming with your own doctor or pharmacist that this product won't affect how your drugs work.
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.
This enzyme blend is generally well tolerated and may be helpful if you have trouble digesting lactose or certain foods. No documented drug interactions exist for the ingredients we could check, though a few enzymes in the blend haven't been evaluated in our system yet.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have serious digestive issues, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.
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Assessment coverage: 4 of 11 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2017.
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 Full Spectrum Enzymes, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Dr. Mercola |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 813006015813 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 72698 |
| Product type | Non-nutrient/non-botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola, 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 | -- |
| Alpha-Galactosidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Pectinase | 0 NP | -- |
| Acid Protease | 0 NP | -- |
| Hemicellulase | 0 NP | -- |
| Amyloglucosidase | 0 NP | -- |
| Proprietary Blend (Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical) | 188 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Calcium Laurate
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Adults, as a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule before a meal, three times per day.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken.
If you are nursing, pregnant, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult your physician before taking this product.
General Statements
Dr. Mercola has been providing quality products since 2001.
Premium supplements
General
10090-v103B
Formulation
Vegetarian friendly
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola 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 Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola
These are the 11 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 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.
Proprietary Blend (Non-Nutrient/Non-Botanical)
- › Amylase
- › Protease
- › Lipase
- › Lactase
- › Cellulase
- › Invertase
- › Alpha-Galactosidase
- › Pectinase
- › Acid Protease
- › Hemicellulase
- › Amyloglucosidase
Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Capsule, Calcium Laurate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Full Spectrum Enzymes. 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 Full Spectrum Enzymes, from the product label.
Dr. Mercola
See all Dr. Mercola products- Name
- Mercola Health Resources, LLC
- Street Address
- 3200 W. Higgins Rd.
- City
- Hoffman Estates
- State
- IL
- ZipCode
- 60169
- Phone Number
- (847) 252-4355
Full Spectrum Enzymes by Dr. Mercola: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Full Spectrum Enzymes’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
Full Spectrum Enzymes'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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