Lacto Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Enzymedica
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Lacto 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
Lacto is a dietary supplement by Enzymedica 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 Lacto 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
Lacto contains 9 active digestive enzymes. Lactase breaks down milk sugar (lactose); lipase handles fats; protease works on proteins; and the other five — amylase, cellulase, invertase, glucoamylase, alpha-galactosidase, and maltase — help break down different carbohydrates and fibers.
The capsule itself contains cellulose and water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Lactase in this product is effective for lactose intolerance. The evidence for the other enzymes — protease, lipase, and the carbohydrate-digesting ones — isn't established in our data.
Lipase and lactase have been studied for inflammatory bowel disease, dyspepsia, and prematurity, but the evidence was too limited to rate them one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Protease, lipase, and lactase are generally well tolerated in most adults, though digestive upset is possible and rare allergic reactions have been reported (especially in workers exposed to powdered enzyme dust). During pregnancy, the safety data is thin — protease should be avoided unless prescribed, while lipase and lactase carry caution because there isn't enough data to be sure.
Breastfeeding hasn't been well studied for lipase or protease, so check with your doctor; lactase is likely safe but ask first. This product is not for premature infants.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That's not a guarantee none exist — always verify your exact medications using the tool on this page, or ask your pharmacist to double-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.
If you have lactose intolerance, lactase in this product works. If you're taking any prescriptions, verify them against the checker on this page.
Pregnant or breastfeeding? Talk to your doctor or pharmacist — there isn't much safety data for most of these enzymes in those situations.
Otherwise, digestive enzymes are generally well tolerated.
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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 21, 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 Lacto, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Enzymedica |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 670480241219 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 21, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 328888 |
| 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 Lacto 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 | -- |
| Invertase | 0 NP | -- |
| Glucoamylase | 0 NP | -- |
| Alpha-Galactosidase | 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
Many people have difficulty digesting meals containing dairy, resulting in discomforts like occasional gas and bloating. This may occur due to the body's deficiency of enzymes that break down dairy.
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Formula
Lacto contains lactase and eight other enzymes that work synergistically to digest dairy sugars, proteins and fats. 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 KOF-K (Kosher) Parve #K1840
Formulation
Complete dairy digestion may naturally reduce discomforts which are common to lactose and casein intolerance.
No fillers added
Made in USA with global ingredients
Non GMO
Digestive Most advanced dairy digestion formula Optimized support for lactose and casein intolerance Breaks down entire meal
Vegan & Kosher
Contains no: gluten, milk, casein, soy, egg, artificial colors or flavors
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended use: 1 capsule with each meal containing dairy. More may be taken as needed.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Enzymedica The enzyme experts
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
KOF-K (Kosher) Parve #K1840
Precautions
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Please keep out of reach of children
Storage
Keep closed in dry place; avoid excessive heat.
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Lacto 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 Lacto by Enzymedica
These are the 9 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.
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
Invertase
Glucoamylase
Alpha-Galactosidase
Maltase
Other (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Lacto by Enzymedica Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Lacto. 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 Lacto, 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
Lacto by Enzymedica: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Lacto’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
Lacto'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
Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.
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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