Papaya Capsule

Key Ingredients

• Papaya leaf extract

Uses:

• Helps in digestion and fighting against viral infection
• Effectively increases blood platelet production
• Removes intestinal worms
• Good for skin health and gives us radiant skin
• Reduces effects of chemotherapy/radiation

Side Effect

Nausea or vomiting, abdominal pain, heartburn, indigestion.

Benefits

• 1. Papaya leaf extracts contain the enzymes chymopapin and papain that boost platelets.
• 2. They are high in minerals like calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, iron and manganese.
• 3. Papaya leaf significantly increases the platelet count very effectively and is given in all kinds of fevers
• 4. Mostly useful in viral fever, chicken guenia fever and dengue fever.
• 5. Papaya leaf extracts effectively inhibits cancer cell growth and improves immune activity. Papaya leaves are nourishing, restoring, protective and contains healing powers.

Pharmacology

Carica papaya is a globally important fruit crop belonging to the genus Caricacia of the plant family. A lot of research has been done on the efficacy of different parts of this plant such as leaves, fruits, fruit pulp, seeds, stem, root, and sap. Papaya leaves are considered non-toxic as their lethal dose is >15 g/body weight. 
A preclinical study on rats showed that papaya leaf powder showed promising efficacy in increasing blood platelets. Recent in-vitro (laboratory) studies have shown that Carica papaya leaf extract significantly inhibits hemolysis through its membrane-stabilizing ability.

Dosage & Administration

The recommended dose of Carica Papaya Leaf Extract 250 mg capsules is 1-2 capsules daily 2-3 times a day for 5-12 days.

Interaction

If Carica papaya leaf extract is used together with amiodarone, the bioavailability of amiodarone increases, so the dose of the drug should be adjusted. In-vitro (laboratory) studies have shown that the combination of Carica papaya leaf extract and various antibiotics. 
For example, Penicillin G, Ampicillin, Amoxiclav, Cephalathin, Polymyxin B, Rifampicin, Amikacin, Nalidixic acid, Gentamicin, Chloramphenicol, Ofloxacin increases the effectiveness of the mentioned antibiotics. Carica papaya leaf extract and antimicrobial agents when taken together show synergistic action against microbes.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity, pregnancy. Carica papaya leaf extract is indicated for men with prostate complications such as BPH or prostate cancer, as it increases iron absorption. Excess iron may increase oxidative stress, especially in older men. Iron overload may also increase the risk of developing prostate cancer.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Carica papaya leaf extract is not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation.

Precautions & Warnings

Caution should be exercised in users of blood thinning medications such as aspirin and warfarin. An animal study showed that Carica papaya leaf extract can significantly lower blood glucose levels if used with oral hypoglycemic medications. Therefore, it is important to closely monitor the patient's blood glucose levels to avoid hypoglycemia.

Storage Conditions

Keep 30°C away from light and moisture. Store below room temperature.