Most patients can tolerate 240 ml of milk per day without problems. Yogurt containing lactose is well tolerated by the patients. This occurs because the yogurt contains live cultures of bacteria and the lactase produced by these bacteria digests the yogurt lactose. People on lactose restricted diet should take supplemental calcium. Over the counter treatment of LI is a multibillion dollar industry.
Lactase enzyme is available as capsules, tablets and solutions for lactase deficient patients.
The amount of lactase needed to digest a specific amount of lactose depends on the product used. Thus, all products are not created equal. Your doctor is the only one who can best assess your situation and offer you medical advice Above is based on Dr. Minocha's article that appeared in September 1998 issue of Postgraduate Medicine. The information posted or linked to this site should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem. Your doctor is the only one who can best assess your health situation and give you a medical advice.