4.5· 224 reviews

Lactase Enzymes

A chewable lactase enzyme tablet formulated to help the body break down dairy sugars when taken with or before dairy-containing foods.

  • Vegan
  • Non-GMO
  • Soy-Free
  • Gluten-Free
  • Made in USA

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Supplement Facts

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 chewable tablet

Servings Per Container: 30

Nutrient Amount Per Serving % DV*
Lactase Enzyme (9,000 FCC Lactase Units) 90mg *

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

** Daily Value not established.

Other Ingredients: Xylitol, natural flavors, micronized stearic acid, hydroxypropyl cellulose, silica, magnesium stearate, citric acid, beet root (for color), and high purity steviol glycosides.

How to Use
Chew 1 tablet right before your first bite of dairy.
Research

The studies below reference peer-reviewed research on the key active ingredients in this product. These are ingredient-level studies.

Lactase Enzyme (9,000 FCC Lactase Units)

  • Baijal et al., 2021 · BMC Gastroenterology

    Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial; n=47; participants with lactose intolerance

    Participants with lactose intolerance who received a lactase supplement alongside a lactose challenge showed statistically significant reductions in breath hydrogen production and symptom scores (bloating, abdominal pain, diarrhea) compared to those who received placebo; the crossover design allowed within-subject comparison across both treatment conditions.

  • Shaukat et al., 2010 · Annals of Internal Medicine

    Systematic review of RCTs; multiple randomized controlled trials included; participants with lactose intolerance

    A systematic review found that participants with lactose intolerance who received lactase enzyme supplementation with dairy intake showed statistically significant reductions in bloating, flatulence, and diarrhea compared to those who did not receive lactase enzyme; the evidence was rated as moderate-quality with some heterogeneity in dosing protocols across included trials.

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.

How it works

Every ingredient, chosen with intention.

Here's what's in this bottle - and why each ingredient earned its place in the formula.

  1. Lactase Enzyme

    Lactase Enzyme 9,000 FCC Lactase Units per tablet

    An enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of lactose, the sugar found in dairy, into its component monosaccharides glucose and galactose, which the small intestine can then absorb. Without sufficient lactase activity, undigested lactose passes to the large intestine where it is fermented by bacteria.

    Why we chose it

    At 9,000 FCC Lactase Units per tablet, this formula is dosed for a full dairy-containing meal. FCC units (Food Chemicals Codex) are the standard measure of lactase activity, not milligrams, which don't reflect how much lactose the enzyme can actually process.

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Questions, answered

What customers often ask.

When exactly should I take this, before or after dairy?
Take it right before you begin eating dairy, or during the first few bites. Lactase needs to be present in your digestive tract at the same time as the lactose it's breaking down. Taking it an hour before or after the meal is too early or too late for the enzyme to be effective.
What does 9,000 FCC mean?
FCC stands for Food Chemical Codex, a standardized system for measuring enzyme activity. 9,000 FCC Lactase Units is a high-potency rating for a single chewable tablet. Common over-the-counter lactase tablets range from 3,000 to 9,000 FCC; higher FCC means more lactase activity per serving.
Does this work for all types of dairy?
Lactase helps your body break down lactose, the sugar in dairy. Higher-lactose dairy like milk, ice cream, and soft cheeses will require more enzyme activity than lower-lactose options like hard aged cheeses or butter. One tablet handles a typical dairy-containing meal for most people; heavier dairy meals may benefit from two.
Will this help if I'm lactose intolerant?
Lactase enzyme supplements are specifically designed for lactose intolerance. A crossover clinical trial in participants with lactose intolerance showed significant reductions in digestive symptoms when lactase was taken alongside a dairy challenge. It supports your body's ability to break down dairy sugar at that meal, it doesn't change your body's own lactase production over time.
Can I take this every day with every dairy meal?
Yes. Lactase enzyme is a food-derived supplement with a well-established safety profile and no known dependency effects. Daily use before dairy-containing meals is the intended use pattern. Consult your healthcare provider if you're pregnant or managing a GI condition.
Is this chewable or swallowable?
It's a chewable tablet, chew it right before or as you start a dairy-containing meal. It's sweetened with xylitol (no sugar) and flavored naturally; the beet root extract gives it its color. No gelatin, no soy, no gluten.

What customers say

Results, backed by reviews.

  • 5 stars: 142 (63%)
  • 4 stars: 53 (24%)
  • 3 stars: 19 (8%)
  • 2 stars: 10 (4%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Lena A.
Pizza night backup

I bought these before a work trip because I knew there would be airport coffee, conference meals, and at least one group pizza dinner. Dairy is not something I completely avoid, but I like having a little backup for the meals where it is clearly going to be everywhere. I took one before a slice at the airport and felt much more comfortable afterward than I usually do when I gamble on cheese. The next night our team ordered pasta with a very creamy sauce. Same routine, same result. What I like is that the tablets are small enough to keep in a wallet pouch, so I am not carrying a giant bottle around. They do not have much of a taste, and I have not had any trouble swallowing them with a sip of water. I keep another bottle at home now for restaurant nights and family birthdays. It is one of those boringly useful things that earns a permanent spot in the cabinet.

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Noah J.
Pizza night

Used this before pizza and ice cream, and it made the night much less of a gamble.

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Dale Foster
Works for pizza nights

I keep these in my bag for restaurant meals. Pizza, creamy pasta, ice cream, all the things I still want to eat sometimes. They have made those meals much easier for me.

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silas-h
Pizza-night backup

I keep a few in my bag and remembered them before a huge pizza dinner with friends. Usually I just hope for the best and regret it later. This time I felt normal enough to split dessert too. The tablets are small and not chalky, and I like that I do not have to plan the whole night around dairy.

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Rachel S.
For pizza nights

Pizza night went much better than expected. Keep these handy.

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Chris P.
Pizza night survived

Pizza night survived!!

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Emily
Travel bag staple

I put a few in a tiny pill case for travel. Helpful for ice cream, hotel breakfast, random cheese board situations. The chewable texture is a little chalky but totally manageable.

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dchen_
Helped my son

My 9 year old was diagnosed lactose intolerant. He loves milk and ice cream and was devastated. These tablets let him have dairy again without issues. He is thrilled.

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D. Murphy
Works fast

Take one before dairy and digestion is smooth. No cramping, no gas, no emergency. Works within minutes.

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Nicole
Works for pizza specifically

Pizza was my worst trigger — cheese plus crust and I was done. Take these before pizza and it's completely fine. Reclaimed my favorite food.

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Jennifer Rodriguez
Finally can eat pizza

Finally can eat pizza like a normal person.

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Nancy
Morning coffee with cream

My morning coffee with cream was giving me trouble. Take one of these and no issues. Small habit that made mornings so much better.

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ROSE T.
Chewable format is smart

Chewable means faster action than a capsule. Take it right at the start of the meal. Enzyme is working as you eat.

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Danielle
My whole family uses these

I have lactose intolerance and so do two of my kids. These are safe and effective for all of us. One before a dairy meal and nobody has any symptoms.

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S. Chen
Good price per tablet

Did the math vs other lactase supplements. This is competitive in price and the dose is higher than most. Good value.

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msimmons
9000 FCC is the right dose

9000 FCC is the right dose. Weaker ones don't work for me.

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L. Barnes
My husband is converted

He was skeptical that a chewable tablet could fix lactose intolerance. He tried one before ice cream. No symptoms. He asked me to order more. Now we both keep them in our bags at all times.

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James
Saved my birthday party

Was at a party with pizza and cake and no idea what was in anything. Took one of these and had no symptoms. These live in my bag permanently now.

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Karen
Ice cream is back

Ice cream is back. That's it.

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sunrise88
Works every time

Works every time. 100% reliable.

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M. Torres
Good flavor not chalky

Doesn't taste medicinal or chalky. Mild neutral flavor I barely notice. Easy to take consistently.

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Laura
No more bathroom anxiety

Lactose intolerance gives you constant bathroom anxiety eating out. These tablets have almost completely eliminated that anxiety.

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Ryan
Better than lactaid for me

Was a lactaid user for years. Switched to these because the 9000 FCC dose is stronger and the chewable is more convenient. Works better for me.

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rjohnson_
Broad coverage for hidden dairy

Cheese is obvious but baked goods and sauces often have hidden dairy. These help me eat all of it without issue.

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bkwrm
Great for restaurant meals

When eating out I can't always tell what's in the food. These in my bag means I can order normally without worrying about hidden dairy.

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Chris
Fast acting and reliable

Every time I take this before a dairy meal I have zero symptoms. Never had it fail me in 3 months of consistent use.

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bkwrm
Cheese is back

I thought I would never eat cheese again. These let me eat it without suffering. Take one before the meal and enjoy.

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David C.
No more painful cramping

Lactose cramping is so painful. These eliminate it completely when I take them. I don't have to choose between dairy and being comfortable anymore.

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Anthony
Reliable all day, every meal

Been using these every time I have dairy for 3 months. Not one failure. Not one symptom. That consistency is everything with a lactose supplement.

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T. Rodriguez
Whole milk is back

Stopped drinking cow milk 3 years ago because of cramping. Started taking these and can have a glass with dinner without any issue.

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CAROL S.
Two years of dairy-free, now I'm back

I stopped eating dairy almost two years ago because the symptoms were so bad. Cramping, bloating, urgent bathroom trips within 30 minutes of any dairy. I thought I had a more serious issue but a hydrogen breath test confirmed lactose intolerance.

I didn't want to be dairy-free forever because I genuinely enjoy dairy foods — not as a preference, but culturally, at family meals, in restaurants, in baked goods. Avoiding dairy completely was affecting my quality of life.

Found these and tried them cautiously. One before a small amount of dairy. Zero symptoms. Tried more dairy. Still zero symptoms. The 9000 FCC dose is strong enough to handle a real dairy meal, not just a small amount. I've now been back to eating dairy normally for 3 months. No cramping, no emergencies, no anxiety. This supplement genuinely restored a part of my life.

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family_meal_harmony
Worth every penny

Writing this for people who gave up on lactase after trying lower potency versions. I had. Tried 3000 and 4500 FCC brands. Both did nothing. Assumed I just couldn't eat dairy regardless of supplements. A friend told me 9000 FCC had changed her life. Tried it skeptically. Zero symptoms with a full serving of rich ice cream. That was 8 months ago. Have not had a dairy incident since. The FCC count is everything

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plant_based_exception
Finally!!!

I work as a sommelier and cheese is literally part of my job. Developed lactose intolerance in my mid-30s which was a professional crisis. Tried multiple lactase products. This brand was the only one that worked reliably at 9000 FCC. I can now evaluate any cheese professionally without symptoms. I can do my job fully. This product saved my professional life in a very real sense