Pharmacologic SubstanceAmino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
nci:P108
Lactase
nci:P207
C0083183
nci:P319
37515NWH9U
nci:P322
FDA
nci:P325
<n0:ComplexDefinition xmlns:n0="http://ncicb.nci.nih.gov/xml/owl/EVS/ComplexProperties.xsd#"><n0:def-definition>An enzyme that breaks down lactose, a type of sugar found in milk and milk products.</n0:def-definition><n0:def-source>NCI-GLOSS</n0:def-source></n0:ComplexDefinition>
<n0:ComplexDefinition xmlns:n0="http://ncicb.nci.nih.gov/xml/owl/EVS/ComplexProperties.xsd#"><n0:def-definition>Formulated in various oral forms for use in lactose intolerance, Lactase Enzyme (Lactaid) is a dietary supplement that breaks down lactose (milk sugar) in dairy foods. It prevents gas, diarrhea, and bloating caused by consumption from dairy foods in people that lack the natural lactase enzyme. (NCI04)</n0:def-definition><n0:def-source>NCI</n0:def-source></n0:ComplexDefinition>