Supplement · Americas
Papain
Carica papaya
Traditional Uses
Traditionally used for
Traditionally prepared as
Traditionally taken with meals or apply to skin wounds. Strengths and directions vary by product. Follow the label, and check with a pharmacist before combining with prescription medicine.
This describes how the plant has traditionally been prepared. It is not a dose, and not a recommendation for you. Amounts that suit one person can be wrong for another, and wrong alongside a medicine. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor before taking it.
Safety profile
Generally safe. May cause allergy in latex-sensitive.
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This profile is educational. Herbal remedies can be powerful and may interact with medications. Always discuss new supplements with your physician or pharmacist before starting, especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or while taking prescription drugs.