Digestive
Amylase
Also known as: Alpha-amylase
Starch-digesting enzyme. Helps break down complex carbohydrates for those with carb intolerance.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Amylase product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pure Encapsulations A.I. Enzymes | 85 A- | $1.28 |
| 2 | Bluebonnet Nutrition POWER-ZYMES DIGESTIVE ENZYME | 71 B | $0.47 |
| 3 | Bluebonnet Nutrition FULL SPECTRUM OPTIMUM ENZYMES DIGESTIVE ENZYME | 67 B | $0.33 |
| 4 | Integrative Therapeutics Bio-Zyme | 63 B- | $0.43 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Amylase should I take?
The typical range is 10000-25000 DU with meals. As needed
When should I take Amylase?
With carbohydrate meals. Yes.
Which form of Amylase is best?
Capsules — In digestive blends. Other forms in the catalog: Standalone.
Is Amylase safe?
Commonly reported: None significant. Serious warnings: None. Safe
Which Amylase supplement scores highest?
Pure Encapsulations A.I. Enzymes, at 85/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Carbohydrate digestion
- Starch breakdown
How it works
- Breaks starch to maltose
- Begins in mouth, continues in small intestine
Dosage
- Typical range
- 10000-25000 DU with meals
- Timing
- With carbohydrate meals
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- As needed
- Special populations
- Carb intolerance
Forms
- Capsules
- Standalone
Safety
Common side effects
- None significant
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Amylase
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Amylase on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Supports carbohydrate digestion
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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