Enplate Capsule

Carica Papaya Leaf Extract
250 mg
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Pack size30's pack
Retail Price15.00

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.