Overview
Chlorophyllin seems to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It might also stop the body from absorbing certain chemicals that can increase a person's risk for cancer.
Some people use chlorophyllin for body odor, urinary odor, reducing the smell of bowel movements, bad breath, cancer, acne, and skinwrinkles from sun damage, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses & Effectiveness
Possibly Ineffective for
- Urinary odor. Research shows that taking chlorophyllin by mouth doesn't reduce urinary odor in older adults who have a urinary catheter.
Side Effects
There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe to use for longer than 3 months. Chlorophyllin contains copper, which can cause serious adverse effects when taken in high doses for an extended period of time.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe. It might make the skin more sensitive to the sun.
Special Precautions and Warnings
There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe to use for longer than 3 months. Chlorophyllin contains copper, which can cause serious adverse effects when taken in high doses for an extended period of time.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe. It might make the skin more sensitive to the sun.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Children: There isn't enough reliable information to know if chlorophyllin is safe or what the side effects might be. However, chlorophyllin supplements contain copper. Consuming high doses of copper for an extended period of time can cause serious adverse effects. Use with caution.
Interactions
Medications that increase sensitivity to sunlight (Photosensitizing drugs) interacts with CHLOROPHYLLIN
Some medications might make the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Chlorophyllin might also make the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Using these products together might increase the risk of sunburn, blistering, or rashes when the skin is exposed to sunlight. Be sure to wear sunblock and protective clothing when spending time in the sun.
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
Dosing
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