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Papain

Enzymes, carminatives & hepato biliary preparations

Description

Papain is an enzyme found in the white fluid (latex) that occurs in raw papaya fruit. It is a protease, meaning it breaks down proteins. Papain contains substances that might help fight infection and heal wounds.

Mechanism of action

It is a proteolytic enzyme obtained from raw papaya. Promotes food digestion in conditions like indigestion, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, bile duct obstruction etc.

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Mechanism of action

It is a proteolytic enzyme obtained from raw papaya. Promotes food digestion in conditions like indigestion, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, bile duct obstruction etc.

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