Other Names: Lipasa, Triacylglycerol lipase.<br>Lipase is a digestive enzyme that is found in many plants, animals, bacteria, and molds. An enzyme is a protein that speeds up a particular biochemical reaction in the body. People use lipase as a medicine
==Special Precautions of Lipase==
* Lipase seems to be safe for most people. It can cause some side effects such as nausea, cramping, and diarrhea.
*Pregnancy and breast-feeding: Not enough is known about the use of lipase during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
*Cystic fibrosis: High doses of lipase seem to make some of the symptoms of cystic fibrosis worse.
==Benefits and uses of Lipase are==
* Digestion problems due to a disorder of the pancreas (pancreatic insufficiency) that is associated with cystic fibrosis.
*Allergy to gluten in wheat products (celiac disease).
*Crohn's disease.
*Indigestion.
*Heartburn.
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