Papain FAQs
How much does Papain cost without insurance?
Without the necessary insurance coverage, you may end up paying as much as $59.99 for your Papain prescription. To save on the cost of Papain, use a SingleCare Papain coupon and pay $37.01 per 25, 1gm of Bottle for your Papain refill. These savings are redeemable at many local pharmacies.
How much does Papain cost with insurance?
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs like Papain are usually not covered by most insurance plans. In some cases, your doctor may write a prescription for Papain, but otherwise, pharmacy coupons are probably the best option when buying Papain. You can pay $37.01 when you use our SingleCare savings card for Papain.
Does Medicare cover Papain and how much does it cost?
Papain is not typically covered by Medicare. If you're a patient that is interested in purchasing this medication, you may have to pay the full cash price of $59.99. SingleCare can help you to reduce this total and save on your overall medication costs. Simply use our SingleCare Papain savings card at participating neighborhood pharmacies and pay $37.01 for Papain.
What is the brand name of Papain?
This product is available under the brand-name Swanson Papain Papaya Enzyme which is manufactured by Swanson Health Products.
What is Papain?
Papain is made from papaya fruit. It is used as a dietary supplement to treat pain and swelling, inflammation of the throat, shingles, and a number of other medical conditions. It may also help to aid digestion. This product is a type of proteolytic enzyme which helps to break down proteins into smaller fragments called peptides and amino acids. Early research shows that taking a combination of products containing papain, bromelain, trypsin, amylase, lipase, lysosome, and chymotrypsin can help to ease muscle pain.
This supplement is available in the form of an oral capsule and is usually taken once daily. Read and follow the instructions provided on the product packaging before you start using this medication. If you are still uncertain about how to use this medication then talk to your doctor or pharmacist for additional information. If you experience an upset stomach after taking this product, try using it after a meal to help reduce this effect.
Use this product on a regular basis for maximum effectiveness. Try taking it at the same time every day to help yourself remember. The health claims made by this product have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Papain is not intended to cure, treat, prevent, or diagnose any medical conditions.
What are the side effects of Papain?
Papain is generally safe to use when taken in the correct amounts. If taken in excessive doses, this product may cause severe throat and stomach damage. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any of these effects and they persist or worsen. Many patients using this product do not have any serious side effects.
Serious allergic reactions to this medication are usually rare. However, you should seek immediate medical attention if you begin to experience symptoms of a serious allergic reaction such as itching, rash, swelling in your face or throat, severe dizziness, tightness in your chest, or trouble breathing.
Ask your doctor or healthcare provider for professional medical advice on the risks and benefits involved with using Papain as this is not a complete list of side effects.