Bilex

Bilex, provided by Douglas Laboratories, is a synergistic dietary enzyme formula that is specially formulated for digestive support.

Functions

The pancreas supplies the major digestive enzymes that catalyze the breakdown of starches (carbohydrates), proteins, and fats, so that the breakdown products can be absorbed in the upper small intestine.

Some carbohydrate digestion takes place in the mouth by salivary amylase, but pancreatic amylase is the major carbohydrate-digesting enzyme. Amylases break down starches to maltose and maltotriose, which are further hydrolyzed into glucose by the disaccharidases of the mucosal cells, and then absorbed. Although cellulose is indigestible by pancreatic and intestinal enzymes, the microflora within the large intestine may degrade it and produce uncomfortable symptoms in the process.

Indications

Bilex may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals desiring digestive support of food.

Formula

3 Tablets Contain:

• Pancreatin (8X) – 47 mg

Yielding approximately:

• Amylase – 9400 USP units
• Protease – 940 USP units
• Lipase – 1970 USP units
• Papain – 372,000 USP units 
• Ox Bile Extract – 380 mg

Other ingredients: Cellulose, vegetable stearate and silica.

Suggested Use

Adults take 3 tablets daily with meals or as directed by one of our health coach professionals.

Side Effects

No adverse side effects have been reported.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.