This Medicines Q&A discusses the types of lactose intolerance people may suffer from, how to determine the lactose content of medicines, and what factors healthcare professionals should consider when prescribing for lactose intolerant patients.
What factors need to be considered when prescribing for lactose intolerant adults?
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Samantha Owen
Principal Pharmacist Critical Evaluation and UKMi Medicines Q&A Lead, Southampton Medicines Advice Service, University Hospital of Southampton NHS Foundation Trust