Structure and properties Pepsin exists as a white to pale yellow, hygroscopic, crystalline or amorphous powder that is soluble in water. It is obtained from the gastric mucosa of pigs, cattle or sheep. Pepsin contains proteinases of the stomach that are active in an acidic environment (pH of 1 to 5). Effects Pepsin (ATC A09AA03) … Pepsin
Products Lactase is commercially available in many countries as both a drug (Lacdigest) and a dietary supplement. Available dosage forms include chewable tablets and capsules. The “strength” or enzyme activity is indicated by the FCC (Food Chemical Codex) unit. Structure and properties The enzymes contained in the preparations are beta-galactosidases, usually obtained from molds (, … Lactase
Products Alpha-galactosidase is commercially available as a dietary supplement or medical device in some countries, for example, Germany and the United States. It is also combined with other enzymes. Structure and properties Alpha-galactosidase is an enzyme that is usually extracted from fungi like. Effects Alpha-galactosidase cleaves indigestible carbohydrates, which are found, for example, in legumes, … Alpha-Galactosidase
