Delictase Oral Drops
Delictase Oral Drops is an enzyme-based dietary supplement containing lactase (beta-galactosidase). It is designed to be added to breast milk or infant formula to assist infants who have trouble digesting lactose, thereby reducing colic, gas, and abdominal bloating.
Dosage by Body Weight
Add drops to expressed breast milk or infant formula several minutes before feeding. Do not add to hot milk, as heat inactivates the enzyme. Dosage can be adjusted according to the infant's weight and feed volume.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 4 to 5 drops
- Frequency
- With every feed (breast milk or formula)
- Tracking Notes
- Add to a small amount of expressed milk or formula before feeding.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 5 to 6 drops
- Frequency
- With every feed
- Tracking Notes
- Do not add to hot milk; heat destroys the active lactase enzyme.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 6 to 8 drops
- Frequency
- With every feed
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure the drops are mixed thoroughly with the milk.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 8 to 10 drops
- Frequency
- With every feed or lactose-containing meal
- Tracking Notes
- Can be mixed with milk or milk-containing foods.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 10 drops
- Frequency
- With every lactose-containing meal
- Tracking Notes
- For older children, chewable lactase tablets or caplets may be used as an alternative.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 4 to 5 drops | With every feed (breast milk or formula) | Add to a small amount of expressed milk or formula before feeding. |
| 5-7 kg | 5 to 6 drops | With every feed | Do not add to hot milk; heat destroys the active lactase enzyme. |
| 8-10 kg | 6 to 8 drops | With every feed | Ensure the drops are mixed thoroughly with the milk. |
| 11-15 kg | 8 to 10 drops | With every feed or lactose-containing meal | Can be mixed with milk or milk-containing foods. |
| 16-20 kg | 10 drops | With every lactose-containing meal | For older children, chewable lactase tablets or caplets may be used as an alternative. |
Formulation
Purpose
Relief of infant colic and digestive discomfort associated with transient lactase deficiency (lactose intolerance) by aiding the breakdown of lactose in breast milk or infant formula.
Generic Name
Lactase enzymeScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.