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- 50 Years
- 20/02/2025
I'm looking for the name of a tablet that contains papain as the main ingredient. I've been dealing with chronic constipation and bleeding for over 15 years now. Could you help me out with this?
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
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