Enplate Capsule
Carica Papaya Leaf Extract
250 mg
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
| Pack size | 30's pack |
|---|---|
| Retail Price | 15.00 |
Indications
Caripa Syrup is indicated for -
• Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with Dengue.
• Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) induced by chemotherapy.
Adult Dose
• For children more than 1 year and less than 5 years: 1 teaspoonful (5ml) three
times a day for 5 days
• For children more than 5 years and less than 18 years: 2 teaspoonfuls (10ml)
three times a day for 5 days
• Above 18 years & above: 3 teaspoonfuls (15ml) three times a day for 5 days or
as directed by a physician
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity, Pregnancy.
In males with prostate dysfunction, such as BPH or prostate cancer C. papaya
should be avoided as it increases the iron absorption. Excess iron may increase
oxidative stress, especially in the aging male. Iron overload may increase the risk
of developing prostate cancer.
Precautions
Should be used with caution in individuals with bleeding disorders or those
taking blood thinning medications such as aspirin or warfarin. Co administration
of extracts of Carica papaya with oral hypoglycemic may lead to very low blood
glucose as observed in one of the experimental animal study. Thus it is
important to closely monitor the blood glucose levels regularly to avoid
hypoglycemia.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Not recommended in pregnancy and lactation.
Interactions
It has been found to increase the bioavailability of amiodarone and therefore
the dose should be adjusted accordingly when co-administered with Carica
papaya leaf extract.
In vitro study demonstrated potentiating the action of various antibiotics like
penicillin G, ampicillin, amoxyclav, cephalothin, polymyxin B, rifampicin,
amikacin, nalidixic acid, gentamycin, chloramphenicol, ooxacin when
co-administered with C. papaya. The extract of C. papaya with antimicrobial
agents possesses synergistic properties which act against pathogenic
organisms.
Adverse Effects
No health hazards or side eects are known in conjunction with the proper
administration of designated therapeutic dosages.
Note
Enplate 250 mg Capsule manufactured by Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Carica Papaya Leaf Extract.