Laetrile (LAY-eh-tril) at Medical Drugs Glossary
What is Laetrile (LAY-eh-tril)? A substance found in the pits of many fruits such as apricots and papayas, and in other foods. It has been tried in some countries as a treatment for cancer, but it has not been shown to work in clinical studies. Laetrile is not approved for use in the UnMedical Term & Definition Added By: Ava
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