Salt Information

Bromelain

Uses

Bromelain is used for reducing swelling (inflammation) after surgery or injury, especially of the nose and sinuses. It is also used for hay fever, treating a bowel condition that includes swelling and ulcers (ulcerative colitis), removing dead and damaged tissue after a burn (debridement), preventing the collection of water in the lung (pulmonary edema), relaxing muscles, stimulating muscle contractions, slowing clotting, improving the absorption of antibiotics, preventing cancer, shortening labor, and helping the body to get rid of fat.

How it works

Bromelain is an enzyme obtained from pineapple juice. It causes the body to produce substances that fight pain and swelling (inflammation). It also contains chemicals that interfere with the growth of tumor cells and slow blood clotting.

Common side effects

Loose motions, Stomach and intestinal discomfort and allergic reactions especially in people who have other allergies.

Rutoside

Uses

Hemorrhoids, surgical anaesthesia, zollinger-ellison syndrome.

How it works

Not known.

Common side effects

Eosinophilia., Gastritis, Vomiting, Sleepiness, Skin rashes, Constipation, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Headache

Trypsin

Uses

Trypsin is used to treat osteoarthritis, ulcers, wound cleansing and healing and to improve digestion.

How it works

Trypsin is an enzyme, which breaks down proteins into smaller fragments, thereby making it available for absorption into the blood. Trypsin when applied directly to wounds and ulcers removes dead tissue and improves healing.

Common side effects

Tightness in the chest, Swelling of the mouth, Face, Hives, Difficulty breathing, Or tongue., Itching, Rash, Lips, Common: temporary stinging sensation.other side effects may include pain and burning sensation