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Dietary supplement

Super Digestive Enzymes Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Super Digestive Enzymes is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and indigestion, constipation, wound and skin care (topical).Based on those ingredients, 92 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Papaya fruit extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 2 active ingredients: papaya fruit extract and pineapple fruit extract. Papaya contains an enzyme called papain, traditionally used to aid digestion, though the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established in our data.

Pineapple contains bromelain, another digestive enzyme with a similar intended role. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Papaya's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: digestive support and gastrointestinal comfort.
  • We looked for evidence on: Intestinal parasite infection, Bloating, Gas, Constipation, Indigestion.
  • The closest evidence on file: Papaya is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Intestinal parasite infection (Natural Medicines).

The evidence we hold does not establish that papaya fruit extract works for any of its common uses — aging skin, androgenic alopecia (male-pattern hair loss), gallbladder cancer, colorectal cancer, or diabetes all show insufficient reliable evidence. For pineapple fruit extract, effectiveness data is not on file.

If digestive enzyme support is your goal, talk with your pharmacist about what the current evidence actually shows for this product.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Papaya

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Ripe papaya fruit eaten as food is generally well tolerated, but this product is a concentrated supplement — safety information for supplement amounts is limited. The most common side effect from papaya leaf extract is nausea and vomiting.

Rare but serious reactions include severe allergies and, in people with latex sensitivity, systemic contact dermatitis. Unripe papaya, papaya latex, and seeds should be avoided.

There is no pregnancy or breastfeeding safety data on file for these ingredients.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Papaya

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Papaya.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs; diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 92 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking Herbadiet Super Digestive Enzymes, double-check with your pharmacist if you take blood thinners like warfarin (Moderate severity), diabetes medications, amiodarone, or levothyroxine (all Moderate). Pineapple fruit extract could not be checked against our data, so mention this supplement to your pharmacist even if your medications aren't listed here.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

This product is best avoided if you take warfarin, diabetes medications, amiodarone, or levothyroxine — the interactions are documented and could affect how your drugs work. If you're simply looking for digestive support, ask your pharmacist whether the evidence supports enzymes like these, and whether food sources might be a better option.

Always check your exact medications before starting.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 25, 2021.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Super Digestive Enzymes, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Barcode (UPC) 5113339193981
Net contents 60 V-Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244257
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
5113339193981
IngredientAmount% DV
Papaya fruit extract250 mg--
Pineapple fruit extract250 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

If you are struggling with digestive issues such as bloating, gas, constipation, indigestion, or IBS we may have a natural solution for you.

Super Digestive Enzymes A Blend of Papain & Bromelain

Formulation

Herbadiet's Super Digestive Enzyme is a powerful supplement to ease and reduce gastrointestinal pains and discomforts. Don't let digestive problems hold you back. Take charge of your gut health today!

All Natural Gastrointestinal Support Enhances Absorption of Nutrients Improves Digestive Functions

100% Natural

Digestive Support Ayurvedic Proprietary Medicine

Vegan

Free of fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, gluten, yeast

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

Contains nothing other than listed ingredients

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statement have not been evaluated by FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing.

Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Store in a dry place.

General Statements

Batch No: ARK-C48

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for use: Take one capsule twice a day, or as directed by your physician.

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Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Papaya fruit extract

Interacts with
92 drugs
250 mg per serving Form: Papain

Papaya is a tropical fruit that is nutritious and generally safe to eat as food, and it contains an enzyme called papain used as a digestive aid and m...

Papaya fruit extract monograph & interactions

Pineapple fruit extract

250 mg per serving Form: Bromelain
Interaction report

Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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92Drugs
92 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Papaya fruit extract4 drug types · 92 drugs

Amiodarone (Cordarone)

Theoretically, papaya extract may increase the levels and clinical effects of amiodarone.
Animal research in rats shows that a single oral dose of papaya extract, as well as multiple doses of papaya extract daily over 14 days, prior to a single dose of amiodarone delays the time to maximum amiodarone concentration. However, only the 14-day papaya extract regimen increases systemic amiodarone exposure by 60% to 70%. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Antidiabetes Drugs

Concomitant use of antidiabetic drugs with fermented papaya can produce additive effects. It is unclear if other forms of papaya have the same effect.
A small low-quality clinical study in patients with type 2 diabetes who are taking glibenclamide shows that taking a fermented papaya preparation 3 grams daily for 2 months decreases fasting and postprandial blood glucose levels when compared to baseline. Additionally, of the 25 patients in the study, 9 required a reduction in glibenclamide dose.

Likelihood Probable Evidence B
Levothyroxine (Synthroid, Others)

Theoretically, consuming large quantities of papaya fruit can reduce the clinical effects of levothyroxine.
In one case-report, a 37-year-old male with a history of thyroidectomy who was stabilized on levothyroxine for 5 years presented with hypothyroidism after consuming 5-6 papaya fruits daily for 14 days during vacation. In a controlled re-challenge test involving 5-6 papayas daily, the patient remained euthyroid for 7 days, but developed mild hypothyroidism after 14 days. Both times, thyroid levels normalized 40-45 days after discontinuing papaya.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Theoretically, concomitant use of warfarin with papain-containing papaya extract might increase the effects and side effects of warfarin.
In one case report, a patient previously stable on warfarin was found to have an international normalization ratio (INR) of 7.4, which was attributed to ingestion of a supplement containing papain from papaya extract.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Super Digestive Enzymes, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
Street Address
11, Sector - 14
City
Rohtak
State
Haryana
ZipCode
124001
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Super Digestive Enzymes by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Super Digestive Enzymes has a known interaction with 92 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Super Digestive Enzymes contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is this product safe if I'm on warfarin?
No — papaya extract in this product may increase warfarin's effects and your bleeding risk. A documented case shows a patient's blood-thinning level jumped dangerously high after taking a papaya supplement. Do not take this product if you're on warfarin without talking to your doctor first.
Will this help my digestion?
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that papaya fruit extract works for digestive support. Pineapple fruit extract — which contains bromelain — has no effectiveness data on file either. Talk with your pharmacist about what actually works for your digestive concerns.
What are the most common side effects?
Nausea and vomiting are the most common, reported mainly from papaya leaf extract in studies. Papaya fruit eaten as food is generally well tolerated. Rare but serious reactions include severe allergies and, if you're sensitive to latex, systemic contact dermatitis.
Can I take this if I'm on levothyroxine for my thyroid?
Not without checking with your doctor first. Papaya may reduce how well levothyroxine works — one case report describes a man whose thyroid function worsened after eating large amounts of papaya daily while on the drug.
Is this safe during pregnancy?
There is no pregnancy safety data on file for these ingredients. Some sources caution against large amounts of papaya during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
What exactly are these enzymes supposed to do?
Papaya contains papain and pineapple contains bromelain — both are enzymes traditionally believed to help break down food. However, the evidence we hold does not confirm this product is effective for digestive support.

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The Full Monographs Behind Super Digestive Enzymes’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Super Digestive Enzymes's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 14 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Papaya 14 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Leung AY, Foster S. Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients Used in Food, Drugs and Cosmetics. 2nd ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 1996.
  3. Shaw D, Leon C, Kolev S, Murray V. Traditional remedies and food supplements: a 5-year toxicological study (1991-1995). Drug Saf 1997;17:342-56.
  4. Mansfield LE, Ting S, Haverly RW, Yoo TJ. The incidence and clinical implications of hypersensitivity to papain in an allergic population, confirmed by blinded oral challenge. Ann Allergy 1985;55:541-3.
  5. Blanco C, Diaz-Perales A, Collada C, et al. Class I chitinases as potential panallergens involved in the latex-fruit syndrome. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103(3 Pt 1):507-13. PubMed
  6. Diaz-Perales A, Collada C, Blanco C, et al. Cross-reactions in the latex-fruit syndrome: A relevant role of chitinases but not of complex asparagine-linked glycans. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;104:681-7. PubMed
  7. Castillo, R., Delgado, J., Quiralte, J., Blanco, C., and Carrillo, T. Food hypersensitivity among adult patients: epidemiological and clinical aspects. Allergol.Immunopathol.(Madr.) 1996;24(3):93-97.
  8. Oderinde, O., Noronha, C., Oremosu, A., Kusemiju, T., and Okanlawon, O. A. Abortifacient properties of aqueous extract of Carica papaya (Linn) seeds on female Sprague-Dawley rats. Niger.Postgrad.Med J 2002;9(2):95-98. DOI
  9. Danese, C., Esposito, D., D'Alfonso, V., Cirene, M., Ambrosino, M., and Colotto, M. Plasma glucose level decreases as collateral effect of fermented papaya preparation use. Clin Ter. 2006;157(3):195-198.
  10. Iliev, D. and Elsner, P. Generalized drug reaction due to papaya juice in throat lozenges. Dermatology 1997;194(4):364-366. PubMed
  11. Andersen HA, Bernatz PE, Grindlay JH. Perforation of the esophagus after use of a digestant agent: report of case and experimental study. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol 1959;68:890-6. PubMed
  12. Deiana L, Marini S, Mariotti S. Ingestion of large amounts of papaya fruit and impaired effectiveness of levothyroxine therapy. Endocr Pract 2012;18(1):98-100. PubMed
  13. Rodrigues M, Alves G, Francisco J, Fortuna A, Falcão A. Herb-drug pharmacokinetic interaction between Carica papaya extract and amiodarone in rats. J Pharm Pharm Sci 2014;17(3):302-15. PubMed
  14. Rajapakse S, de Silva NL, Weeratunga P, Rodrigo C, Sigera C, Fernando SD. Carica papaya extract in dengue: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2019;19(1):265. PubMed

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