Bromelain

There is evidence that Bromelain might be helpful in speeding the healing time of some injuries and surgical wounds and that it is a digestive aid in some conditions. There is also evidence that Bromelain inhibits platelet aggregation and is helpful in some with thromboses and angina. It may have positive effects in some respiratory tract diseases, dysmenorrhea, and some forms of diarrhea. Bromelain has also shown some immune-enhancing and anticancer effects.

Using Bromelain for the treatment of any disorder must be medically supervised. Nursing mothers and women who are pregnant should avoid Bromelain supplements. Using Bromelain to treat diarrhea caused by enteropathogenic E. coli, cancer or any inflammatory disorder is experimental. Individuals on anticoagulants or antithrombotic agents should apply caution in the use of Bromelain. Bromelain may have blood-thinning activity in some individuals. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as cramping, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting have been reported. There are also occasional reports of metrorrhagia and menorrhagia. Concurrent use of Bromelain and amoxicillin or tetracycline have been reported to increase the serum levels of these antibiotics. Bromelain might enhance the anticoagulant activity of such medicines as warfarin. Bromelain might also enhance the antithrombotic activity of such medicines as aspirin. This website is intended to educate and inform, and should not replace discussions with your doctor.