PRODUCT INFOLINE Antipyretic and Hepatoprotective Activities Platelet-Augmentation Activity C papaya increases platelet production and exhibits membrane-stabilizing activity by decreasing peripheral platelet destruction. C papaya possesses antiviral activity; the herb decreases the intracellular dengue virus (DENV) load and prevents thrombocytopenia. P maderaspatensis and T cordifolia also possess potent antiviral activity. Erandakarkati Latin name: Carica papaya English name: Papaya Bhudhatri Latin name: Phyllanthus maderaspatensis English name: Madras Leaf-Flower Guduchi Latin name: Tinospora cordifolia English name: Tinospora Gulancha Antidengue and Antiviral Activities • Mild-to-moderate thrombocytopenia due to - dengue - malaria and typhoid - viral infections such as hepatitis B and C; H1N1; HIV; and MMR • Drug-induced thrombocytopenia Platenza is a phytopharmaceutical formulation recommended in the treatment of mild-to-moderate thrombocytopenia associated with dengue and other clinical conditions including malaria; typhoid; viral infections such as hepatitis B and C, H1N1, HIV, and MMR; and drug-induced thrombocytopenia. Platenza® (SYRUP, TABLET) Carica papaya complex with bioenhancer for low platelet count Indications T cordifolia is known to strengthen the host immune system and also for its antipyretic activity. Piper nigrum also possesses antipyretic activity. P maderaspatensis has been proven to possess significant hepatoprotective activity against acetaminophen-induced hepatotoxicity. Its hydroxyl radical–scavenging and lipid peroxidation activities help normalize the levels of serum hepatic enzymes. T cordifolia exhibits significant hepatoprotection through its antioxidant and antifibrotic activities. 10 • Himalaya Infoline • Vol 19 • No. 2 • May–Aug 2023
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