Carica Papaya

Uses	Thrombocytopenia
Therapy	Ayurvedic
Side Effects	Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, indigestion

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Molecule Description

Carica Papaya increases the low blood platelet count associated with dengue fever. It contains extracts of leaves of Carica papaya, commonly known as papaya. Carica papaya leaf extract increases the activity of two genes in forming platelets, thus increasing platelet production in conditions like dengue. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have any bleeding disorder or diabetes. Take Carica Papaya as directed by the doctor. Before starting the treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor about past illnesses, medical conditions and medication history.

Uses

Thrombocytopenia (low platelet count) associated with dengue.

Contraindications

When should one not use Carica Papaya

If you are allergic to carica papaya or any ingredient of this medicine.
If you are pregnant or planning to have a baby.
If you have any disorder related to the prostate gland or BPH (Benign prostatic hyperplasia).

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Heartburn
Indigestion

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

You should not take Carica Papaya if you are pregnant or think may be pregnant without consulting your doctor.

Breast Feeding

You should not take Carica Papaya if you are breastfeeding without consulting your doctor.

Driving

Carica Papaya does not affect your driving abilities.

Alcohol

There is no direct interaction of Carica Papaya with alcohol. However, you should not consume alcohol when you have dengue fever.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are pregnant, planning to have a baby or are breastfeeding. Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor.
You have any existing medical condition like diabetes, hypertension, kidney, liver or prostate problems or any other diseases, be sure to consult your doctor before starting Carica Papaya.
You have a bleeding disorder or are taking any blood-thinning medicines like Aspirin and Warfarin.
You are taking Amiodarone (used to treat heart problems) are on blood pressure medications or are on antibiotics.
You are on other medications, supplements or following any complementary or integrative health approaches.
You should not take Carica Papaya if you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine.
You are going to undergo any surgery or operation.
You should avoid consuming too much alcohol.
You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or cannot be alert.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Blood platelet count in dengue fever is reduced due to the action of the dengue virus and it leads to reduced immunity as platelets play a major role in the body's defence mechanism. Carica Papaya contains leaf extract of Carica papaya which is known to upregulate the action of two genes involved in the formation of platelets and thus increases platelet production in the body.

Interactions

Interactions with food items

There are no strict dietary restrictions while taking Carica Papaya. It is generally safe to take Carica Papaya as recommended by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Carica Papaya, inform your doctor immediately or reach out to your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose of Carica Papaya, take it as soon as possible. If it's already time for the next dose, do not take a double dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Carica Papaya contains Carica papaya leaf extract, which is useful in increasing the low platelet count in dengue fever. It works by increasing the activity of certain genes that help in increasing platelet formation.

You may sometimes experience a few side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and heartburn after taking Carica Papaya.

Inform the doctor about your detailed medical & surgical history. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or any other disorders. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby. Carica Papaya may interact with other medicines, hence inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbs. Also, inform your doctor if you are stopping any medicine.

Try to take Carica Papaya at the same time every day. Try connecting your medicine with something you do every day, such as brushing your teeth at night or having your dinner. This may help you remember to take it. Keep a daily calendar or set an alarm clock to go at the time you need to take your medicine.

No, Carica Papaya does not reduce your fever or cure the viral infection causing dengue. It helps restore your platelet count, which has decreased significantly due to dengue.

Carica Papaya contains carica papaya leaf extract.

Yes, the extract in Carica Papaya is found useful in increasing the platelet count in dengue fever.

Yes, Carica Papaya is an ayurvedic medicine. It is prepared from papaya leaf extract.

Yes, Carica Papaya can be taken with paracetamol. Carica Papaya contains papaya extract used for the management of dengue and restoring the decreased platelet count during dengue infection. Whereas paracetamol is an analgesic medicine that reduces fever.

You can take Carica Papaya at any time of the day, as advised by the doctor. The doctor will decide the dose and duration depending on the underlying condition and how you respond to the treatment. But do not take it for more than 5 days, without consulting a doctor.

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