Nutrigest is a potent combination of hydrochloric acid (HCl), digestive enzymes including protease, amylase & lipase, & ox bile. As we age & in acute or chronic illness, our bodies may produce less HCl in the stomach, necessary to denature proteins & begin the digestive process. HCl production also maintains a low p H in the stomach. Enzymes produced by the pancreas are necessary for the complete breakdown of carbohydrate, fat & protein molecules. DIRECTIONS: 1 tablet at the onset of a meal, up to three times daily. INGREDIENTS: Each two-phase tablet typically contains: Betaine HCl 150 mg L-Glutamic Acid HCl 100 mg Papain 50 mg protease (from papain) 800, 000 PU (2) Pepsin (porcine) 1:10, 000 10 mg Pancreatin (porcine) (8x) 75 mg amylase 15, 000 USP (1) protease 15, 000 USP (1) lipase 1200 USP (1) Amylase [1200 SKB (4)] 30 mg Bromelain 30 mg protease (from bromelain) 36 GDU (3) Ox Bile (bovine*) 70 mg * Bovine source from New Zealand 1) United States Pharmacopeia 2) Proteolytic unit according to the FCC (food chemical codex) 3) Gelatin digesting unit 4) Standtedt, Kneen & Blish method Tableted with: Dicalcium phosphate Microcrystalline cellulose Stearic acid Silicon dioxide Coating (polyvinyl alcohol, talc, polyethelene glycol, polysorbate) CONTRA-INDICATIONS / WARNINGS: Not recommended for individuals with gastritis or ulcers. Do not chew or break the tablet. Tablet must be swallowed whole.