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If I am Lactose Intolerant or Lactose Allergic, Are There Medications I Should Avoid?

JANUARY 13, 2023
Sandra Cabezas
By Sandra Cabezas 2023 PharmD Candidate
Lactose is a “milk sugar” found in many food products, primarily containing dairy. Because lactose is a large molecule, the body uses an enzyme called lactase to break down lactose and make it easier to absorb in the small intestine. People can be lactose intolerant or lactose allergic. It is important to know which one you have so they...
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