Dietary Supplements

Some individuals with Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (CSID) have used over-the-counter dietary supplements with varying degrees of success. Some individuals have found dietary supplements to be helpful in reducing the gastrointestinal symptoms associated with isomaltase deficiency.

Therefore, they have looked into supplements for this purpose. It should be noted that dietary supplements differ from prescription medication in several important ways. First, dietary supplements are not FDA-approved. This means that they are not subject to the same standards of rigor or manufacturing quality control as prescription medications. Secondly, there are vast potency differences between dietary supplements and prescription medications.

Finally, enzymes are proteins and are subject to degradation. Most dietary enzyme supplements are not dispensed in refrigerated packages. As a result, the enzymes contained in these supplements may not survive the packaging and shipping process intact. Before taking a dietary supplement, you should discuss it with your physician.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR SUCRAID^® (SACROSIDASE) ORAL SOLUTION

Sucraid^® may cause a serious allergic reaction. If you notice any swelling or have difficulty breathing, get emergency help right away.
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to, have ever had a reaction to, or have ever had difficulty taking yeast, yeast products, papain, or glycerin (glycerol).
Sucraid^® does not break down some sugars that come from the digestion of starch. You may need to restrict the amount of starch in your diet. Your doctor will tell you if you should restrict starch in your diet.
Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, as your blood glucose levels may change if you begin taking Sucraid^®. Your doctor will tell you if your diet or diabetes medicines need to be changed.
Some patients treated with Sucraid^® may have worse abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, or diarrhea. Constipation, difficulty sleeping, headache, nervousness, and dehydration have also occurred in patients treated with Sucraid^®. Check with your doctor if you notice these or other side effects.
Sucraid^® has not been tested to see if it works in patients with secondary (acquired) sucrase deficiency.
NEVER HEAT SUCRAID OR PUT IT IN WARM OR HOT BEVERAGES OR INFANT FORMULA. Do not mix Sucraid^® with fruit juice or take it with fruit juice. Take Sucraid® as prescribed by your doctor. Normally, half of the dose of Sucraid^® is taken before a meal or snack and the other half is taken during the meal or snack.
Sucraid^® should be refrigerated at 36°F-46°F (2°C-8°C) and should be protected from heat and light.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

INDICATION

Sucraid^® (sacrosidase) Oral Solution is an enzyme replacement therapy for the treatment of genetically determined sucrase deficiency, which is part of congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency (CSID).

Important Safety Information for Sucraid^® (sacrosidase) Oral Solution

Sucraid^® may cause a serious allergic reaction. If you notice any swelling or have difficulty breathing, get emergency help right away.
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to, have ever had a reaction to, or have ever had difficulty taking yeast, yeast products, papain, or glycerin (glycerol).
Sucraid^® does not break down some sugars that come from the digestion of starch. You may need to restrict the amount of starch in your diet. Your doctor will tell you if you should restrict starch in your diet.
Tell your doctor if you have diabetes, as your blood glucose levels may change if you begin taking Sucraid^®. Your doctor will tell you if your diet or diabetes medicines need to be changed.
Some patients treated with Sucraid^® may have worse abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, or diarrhea. Constipation, difficulty sleeping, headache, nervousness, and dehydration have also occurred in patients treated with Sucraid^®. Check with your doctor if you notice these or other side effects.
Sucraid^® has not been tested to see if it works in patients with secondary (acquired) sucrase deficiency.
NEVER HEAT SUCRAID OR PUT IT IN WARM OR HOT BEVERAGES OR INFANT FORMULA. Do not mix Sucraid^® with fruit juice or take it with fruit juice. Take Sucraid® as prescribed by your doctor. Normally, half of the dose of Sucraid^® is taken before a meal or snack and the other half is taken during the meal or snack.
Sucraid^® should be refrigerated at 36°F-46°F (2°C-8°C) and should be protected from heat and light.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.FDA.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Indication

Sucraid^® (sacrosidase) Oral Solution is an enzyme replacement therapy for the treatment of genetically determined sucrase deficiency, which is part of Congenital Sucrase-Isomaltase Deficiency (CSID).