Bromelain Ayurveda

SmartAnswer by DigiNepal SI

evidence_summary: Limited evidence for nasal swelling and burns debridement. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional

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What it is

Enzymes from pineapple stem.

Traditional use (claimed)

Swelling, sinusitis, digestion.

Evidence

Limited evidence for nasal swelling and burns debridement.

Safety

Allergy in people allergic to pineapple; stomach upset.

Quality concerns

Some Ayurvedic rasa shastra and bhasma products deliberately contain metals; US FDA and CDC have reported lead poisoning cases, and studies found lead, mercury or arsenic in a share of products sold online.

Interactions

Blood thinners, some antibiotics (raised levels).

Avoid if

bleeding disorders, before surgery

Regulation in Nepal

Herbal products in Nepal are registered with the Department of Drug Administration (DDA). Nepal: the Department of Ayurveda and Alternative Medicine (DoAA, Ministry of Health and Population) runs government Ayurveda hospitals and clinics; practitioners register with the Nepal Ayurveda Medical Council. Ask to see the council registration.

Regulation in India

India: the Ministry of AYUSH regulates Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa Rigpa and Homoeopathy; practitioners register with the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) or the National Commission for Homoeopathy (NCH).

Regulation in UAE

UAE: complementary and alternative medicine practitioners and products need licensing by the emirate health authority (DHA in Dubai, DoH in Abu Dhabi, MOHAP elsewhere). Check the licence on the authority's public register.