Bromelain is a type of pineapple enzyme that may have several medicinal benefits. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of this substance, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general safety precautions.
Bromelain is often found in meat tenderizers and dietary supplements, and may have several medicinal uses. This eMedTV segment describes several potential uses and benefits of bromelain, such as anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.
Stomach upset, nausea, and menstrual problems are possible side effects that may occur with bromelain. This eMedTV resource discusses other possible bromelain side effects, including those that may require immediate medical attention.
This eMedTV page addresses the question, "Does bromelain work?" Bromelain supplements may help treat several conditions, such as osteoarthritis and sinus infections. However, more research is necessary to prove bromelain's effectiveness.
As this selection from the eMedTV Web site explains, there is no standard recommended bromelain dosage. This page further discusses dosing guidelines for the supplement, including tips on how to choose a product that is made by a reputable manufacturer.
Certain antibiotics or anticoagulant medications may interfere with bromelain. This eMedTV Web resource lists other medications that can cause bromelain drug interactions and describes the complications these interactions may cause.
Bromelain may increase your risk of bleeding and may cause allergic reactions in some people. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at other bromelain safety concerns and explains why it is important to buy a product made by a reputable manufacturer.
This eMedTV page explains that the exact effects of a bromelain overdose are not known. However, as this article discusses, bromelain may cause dangerous internal bleeding. This page also covers possible treatment options for an overdose.
It may not be safe to use bromelain products during pregnancy. This page of the eMedTV Web library further discusses pregnancy and bromelain, explaining how no studies have been done to determine the safety of using this supplement during pregnancy.
This eMedTV Web segment explains that women may not be able to take bromelain while breastfeeding. Bromelain has not been studied in clinical trials and it may not be safe or effective for anyone, including breastfeeding women and their infants.
