Uses and Benefits
Platrm+ Tablet is a dietary supplement used in the management of low platelet count in dengue, viral, bacterial, malarial infections and prevents the complications of thrombocytopenia. The Tablet helps in increasing immunity, reduces fever and maintains overall health. It is used to treat to mild digestive disorders like bloating, dyspepsia and chronic indigestion by improving the digestion of carbohydrates and fats due to the presence of enzymes like papain, chymopapain and high contents of vitamin A, B and C. This medicine also acts as a potent cleansing agent for the liver, thereby treating many chronic liver diseases. However, the uses of the Tablet mentioned here are not exhaustive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
Contraindications and Caution
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before using Platrm+ Tablet:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients used in the Tablet
- Pancreatitis
- Recent history of surgery
- Blood clotting/bleeding disorders
- Hepatic impairment
- Alcohol dependence
- Diabetes
- Pregnancy and lactation
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Side and Adverse Effects
Platrm+ Tablet is usually well tolerated when used in the prescribed dosage guidelines. Most side effects are temporary and usually subsides on their own. However, consult your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. You may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Slow heartbeat
- Itching
- Rash
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
Rare but more serious adverse effects may include:
- Severe drowsiness
- Inability to move
- Difficult or painful swallowing
How to Use
Take Platrm+ Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Avoid missing or forgetting the dose. If you do, take it as soon as you remember; but if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip it and take it according to your normal schedule. Don’t swallow two doses at the same time which is dangerous to your health.
This Tablet can be taken with or without food. If significant stomach upset occurs, it could be taken with food. Take the Tablet at the same time as it helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount suggested even though the symptoms disappear after the medicine has begun.
Overdosage
Avoid taking medicine more than the prescribed dosage. If you notice any unusual or abnormal reactions after taking the Tablet, promptly seek medical attention. Depending on the dosage of Platrm+ Tablet, symptoms vary in individuals, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
- Severe dizziness
- Chest pain
- Heartburn
- Low blood sugar levels
- Ulcers in oesophagus
Warnings and Precautions
Use this Tablet on the advice of medical practitioner. Dose adjustments or complete avoidance of the Platrm+ Tablet may be required in the following conditions:
Kidney:
Caution is advised among people with kidney problems. Close monitoring of kidney function and adjustments of dose of the medicine may be needed based on the clinical condition of the patient. If you have any renal problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consuming this Tablet.
Liver:
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with moderate to severe liver disease. If you have any hepatic problems, we recommend you to consult your doctor before the consuming this Tablet.
Pregnancy:
This Tablet should be used with caution during pregnancy. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before consuming this medicine.
Lactation:
This medicine is considered safe to use in nursing mothers unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Since the effect of the medicine on infants is not clearly established, we recommend that you to consult your doctor before consuming the Tablet.
Alcohol:
Consumption of alcohol with this Tablet is not recommended as it increases side effects of the medicine. If you consume alcohol on regular basis, relevant dose adjustments of the medicine may be necessary depending on your clinical condition.
Driving:
This Tablet does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you notice any abnormal reactions after taking the medicine do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
Food:
Citrus fruits should be avoided as they decrease the absorption of the medicine.
Drug Interactions:
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription. Alert your doctor if you are taking Platrm+ Tablet with warfarin (coumadin), tetracyclines, anti-diabetic drugs (metformin, insulin, pioglitazone, glimepiride), azathioprine, corticosteroids, ibuprofen, diclofenac, indomethacin, meloxicam and other NSAIDs.
Precautions
- Do not use this Tablet post the expiry date
- Do not use this medication for durations longer than suggested by your doctor
- Store at room temperature (20-30 degree Celsius)
about its ingregients
TINOSPORA CORDIFOLIA
Tinospora cordifolia is a shrub that is native to India. Its root, stems, and leaves are used in Ayurvedic medicine.
Tinospora cordifolia is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, allergic rhinitis (hay fever), upset stomach, gout, lymphoma and other cancers, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) , hepatitis , peptic ulcer disease (PUD), fever, gonorrhea, syphilis, and to boost the immune system.
Uses Of Tinospora Cordifolia
Possibly Effective for…
Allergies (hay fever). A particular extract of Tinospora cordifolia (Tinofend, Verdure Sciences) seems to significantly decrease sneezing and nasal itching, discharge, and stuffy nose after about 2 months of treatment.
Insufficient Evidence to Rate Effectiveness for…
- Diabetes.
- High cholesterol.
- Upset stomach.
- Gout.
- Cancer, including lymphoma.
- Rheumatoid arthritis.
- Liver disease.
- Stomach ulcer.
- Fever.
- Gonorrhea.
- Syphilis.
- To counteract a suppressed immune system.
- Other conditions.
Tinospora cordifolia seems to be safe when used short-term. The safety of long-term use, more than 8 weeks, is not known.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
Not enough is known about the use of Tinospora cordifolia during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Diabetes:
Tinospora cordifolia might lower blood sugar levels. Use it cautiously if you have diabetes, and monitor your blood sugar levels. The doses of your diabetes medications might need to be adjusted.
“Autoimmune diseases” such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or other conditions:
Tinospora cordifolia might cause the immune system to become more active, and this could increase the symptoms of autoimmune diseases. If you have one of these conditions, it’s best to avoid using Tinospora cordifolia.
Surgery:
Tinospora cordifolia might affect blood sugar levels, so there is a concern that it might interfere with blood sugar control during and after surgery. Stop taking Tinospora cordifolia at least 2 weeks before a scheduled surgery.
Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs)Interaction Rating: Moderate Be cautious with this combination.Talk with your health provider.
Tinospora cordifolia might decrease blood sugar. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar. Taking Tinospora cordifolia along with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your diabetes medication might need to be changed.
Some medications used for diabetes include glimepiride (Amaryl), glyburide (DiaBeta, Glynase PresTab, Micronase), insulin, pioglitazone (Actos), rosiglitazone (Avandia), chlorpropamide (Diabinese), glipizide (Glucotrol), tolbutamide (Orinase), and others.
Some medications that decrease the immune system include azathioprine (Imuran), basiliximab (Simulect), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), daclizumab (Zenapax), muromonab-CD3 (OKT3, Orthoclone OKT3), mycophenolate (CellCept), tacrolimus (FK506, Prograf), sirolimus (Rapamune), prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone), corticosteroids (glucocorticoids), and others.
The following doses have been studied in scientific research:
By mouth:
For allergic rhinitis (hay fever): 300 mg of a specific Tinospora cordifolia aqueous stem extract (Tinofend, Verdure Sciences) three times daily for 8 weeks.
CARICA PAPAYA LEAF EXTRACT
Papaya (Carica papaya) is a tropical tree. Its ripe fruit is considered safe, but unripe papaya fruit contains papain and can damage the esophagus. Unripe papaya contains a chemical called papain. Papain breaks down proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. But papain is changed in the stomach, so it’s not clear if it’s effective as medicine when taken by mouth. Papaya also contains a chemical called carpain, which seems to be able to kill certain parasites and might affect the central nervous system. People use papaya for cancer, diabetes, dengue fever, HPV, and many other conditions, but there’s no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Uses & Effectiveness
We currently have no information for PAPAYA Dosing.
Side Effects
When taken by mouth:
Papaya fruit is a common food. Papaya leaf extract is possibly safe when taken as medicine for up to 5 days. Side effects might include nausea and vomiting.
The unripe papaya fruit is possibly unsafe. Unripe papaya fruit contains papaya latex, which contains an enzyme called papain. Taking large amounts of papain might damage the esophagus.
Special Precautions and Warnings:
When taken by mouth: Papaya fruit is a common food. Papaya leaf extract is possibly safe when taken as medicine for up to 5 days. Side effects might include nausea and vomiting.
The unripe papaya fruit is possibly unsafe. Unripe papaya fruit contains papaya latex, which contains an enzyme called papain. Taking large amounts of papain might damage the esophagus.
Pregnancy:
Ripe papaya fruit is commonly consumed in foods. Unripe papaya fruit is possibly unsafe when taken by mouth during pregnancy. There is some evidence that unprocessed papain, one of the chemicals found in unripe papaya fruit, might poison the fetus or cause birth defects.
Breast-feeding:
Ripe papaya fruit is commonly consumed in foods. There isn’t enough reliable information to know if papaya is safe to use as medicine when breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and stick to food amounts.
Latex allergy:
If you have a latex allergy, use caution with papaya or products that contain papaya. You may also be allergic to papaya.
Papain allergy:
Unripe papaya contains papain. If you are allergic to papain, avoid unripe papaya.
Surgery:
Papaya that has been fermented can lower blood sugar. This form of papaya might affect blood sugar during and after surgery. If you are taking papaya, you should stop 2 weeks before surgery.
Interactions:
Moderate Interaction
Be cautious with this combination
· Warfarin (Coumadin) interacts with PAPAYA
Warfarin is used to slow blood clotting. Papaya might increase the effects of warfarin and increase the chances of bruising and bleeding. Be sure to have your blood checked regularly. The dose of your warfarin might need to be changed.
· Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs) interacts with PAPAYA
Papaya might lower blood sugar levels. Taking papaya along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.
· Amiodarone (Cordarone) interacts with PAPAYA
Taking papaya extract by mouth along with amiodarone might increase the amount of amiodarone in the body. This might increase the effects and adverse effects of amiodarone.
· Levothyroxine (Synthroid, others) interacts with PAPAYA
Eating large amounts of papaya might reduce the effects of levothyroxine.
Dosing
The ripe papaya fruit is commonly consumed as food. Papaya leaf is sometimes found in supplements, but there isn’t enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of papaya leaf might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
GOAT MILK POWDER
Goat milk is the most used dairy in the world. Its consumption level is so high that it has almost 65-72% of the global dairy consumers. It is also because of the ease of keeping goats compared to cows. It is especially true in the case of developing countries where there is a lack of resources for the general population. Moreover, goat milk has good calories, proteins, and fats. Therefore, most people prefer goat milk over cow milk.
Cow Milk vs Goat Milk
Based on various factors, let’s figure out the differences between cow milk and goat milk.
Taste
Goat milk is slightly sweeter than cow milk. But, it depends on the different processing, packaging, and pasteurisation techniques. Its distinct delicacy flavours make it a preference for goat milk products.
Appearance
Goats convert the carotene in their diet to vitamin A more efficiently. As a result, milk, cream, and butter produced by goat milk are whiter. During its processing, the colour of cheese made by goat milk gets a classic yellow hue.
Consistency
Milk produced by five to ten goats equals the milk produced by one cow. Fat globules in the goat milk remain suspended instead of staying on the top. Therefore, a cream separator is required to extract its cream.
Digestion
The smaller fat globules in goat milk lead to a smaller and softer curd. That is because it enables digestive enzymes to break it down more rapidly. It also has higher levels of short and medium-chain fatty acids. As a result, it renders a faster and easier digestion process.
Lactose Tolerance
The presence of sugar in milk is called lactose. Lactose intolerance causes mild to extreme discomfort. Goat milk has less lactose than cow milk, making it a better option for people with mild lactose sensitivities.
Allergy
Alpha S-1 Casein commonly causes milk allergy. It is a physical reaction to one or more of the proteins within the milk. However, there have been cases where people allergic to cow milk have tolerated raw goat milk as a substitute.
Nutritional Information
The differences in the nutritional information of goat milk and cow milk are:
Goat Milk
A cup of goat milk has:
- Calories- 170
- Protein- 9 grams
- Fat- 10 grams
- Carbohydrates- 11 grams
- Sugars- 11 grams
- Cholesterol- 25 milligrams
Benefits of Goat Milk
Here are the health benefits of goat milk
Goat Milk is Easier to Digest
The fat globules in goat milk are 20% smaller than cow’s milk. Hence, these are easier to digest. It is also lower in lactose, making it an excellent alternative to cow milk for people suffering from lactose intolerance.
As per a study, goat milk supports smooth metabolism processes and easy digestion. However, more studies are required to examine its impact on appetite and protein metabolism.
Increases Platelet Count
Dengue fever’s significant complications are selenium deficiency and a drop in blood platelet count. However, research suggests goat milk may help treat dengue patients by increasing blood platelets. That is because selenium is its main component. In addition, it also helps with the digestive and metabolic utilisation of various minerals present in the body.
Goat Milk Prevents Arteriosclerosis
Arteriosclerosis is a condition where the arteries carrying oxygen and nutrients to and fro the heart and body become thick and stiff. As a result, it restricts blood flow to your organs and tissues.
According to a study, goat milk has a limited amount of xanthine oxidase, an enzyme required to produce uric acid. Xanthine oxidase may cause heart issues on reaching the bloodstream. Hence, less quantity of this enzyme is essential to avoid Arteriosclerosis risk.
Prevents Anaemia
Goat milk is rich in calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus. Our bodies easily digest and absorb these minerals. As a result, goat milk helps treat nutritional deficiencies such as bone demineralisation. It also fixes iron and magnesium deficiency. It further enhances the ability of the body to use iron. Goat milk boosts the formation of RBCs too. Therefore, patients suffering from anaemia, mal-absorption issues, or osteoporosis should consume goat milk.
Help in Environmental Protection
Cows tend to suffer from extreme flatulence due to their digestive process. It comes out as methane, a greenhouse gas that is highly corrosive to the atmosphere and the ozone layer. So, when you raise cows for milk, they indirectly play a significant role in the processes of ozone degradation and global warming. Hence, goat milk production protects us from the harmful effects caused by climate change. So, isn’t it the perfect time to be environmentally friendly?
Best Ways to Use Goat Milk
Some of the common side effects of consuming raw goat milk are as follows:
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach cramping
- Dysentery
- Food poisoning
- Brucellosis
- Tuberculosis
- Night sweating
- Guillain Barre syndrome
- Paralysis
- Kidney failure
- Stroke
You should also refrain from giving goat milk to infants. Similarly, consult your doctor before consuming goat milk if lactose intolerant and experience milk allergies.
It is rich in fats and cholesterol. Therefore, excessive consumption can gain weight and cholesterol levels.
Conclusion
Goat’s milk is full of nutrients. It even has a high nutritional level than cow’s milk. So, it helps us absorb certain nutrients too. It is a more nutritious and natural option for protein, calcium, and fats. These are the reasons for its highest worldwide consumption. By following the precautions and taking care of the possible side effects of having goat milk, you can easily add it to your daily diet. Remember, 200 ml or three servings of goat milk fulfil the individual calcium requirement. So, experience the positive changes it will bring for you.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a nutrient you need for good health. It’s important for your eyes, skin, blood, and brain. One of its most important roles is acting as an antioxidant, which means it protects your cells against damaging molecules known as free radicals.
Though most people can get enough of this vitamin from a healthy diet, vitamin E supplements and beauty products for skin and hair have become popular. The risks and benefits of these products are still unclear.
A healthy diet with vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, and green vegetables, can provide plenty of vitamin E.
Forms of Vitamin E
In nature, vitamin E exists in eight chemical forms:
- Alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol
- Alpha-, beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocotrienol
- On food and supplement labels, alpha-tocopherol from natural sources is commonly listed as d-alpha-tocopherol. Synthetic (lab-made) alpha-tocopherol is commonly listed as dl-alpha-tocopherol. The natural form is more potent.
- You can get vitamin E from nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, leafy green vegetables, and fortified cereals.
- Once in your body, the vitamin dissolves and is stored in fatty tissues and your liver.
- The vitamin is also used in several health and beauty products you put on your skin. Those products don’t affect levels inside your body.
What Does Vitamin E Do?
Many people use vitamin E supplements in the hope that they will prevent or treat disease. Those hopes are based on the vitamin’s ability to:
- Act as an antioxidant, helping your cells fight off damage caused by daily living and environmental hazards such as cigarette smoke, air pollution, and ultraviolet light from the sun
- Fight inflammation, which plays an important role in many diseases
- Widen blood vessels, which reduces blood clotting
- Boost the immune system to help you fight off infections
- Help your cells communicate and work together
Possible health benefits of vitamin E
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Vitamin E alone isn’t effective against AMD — an eye disease that blurs central vision. But studies show that when it’s used in combination with other vitamins and minerals, in formulas known as AREDS or AREDS2, it may help slow down AMD in people who already have intermediate AMD. The formula doesn’t prevent AMD and isn’t recommended for people with mild AMD.
Alzheimer’s disease
Some studies, but not all, suggest high doses of vitamin E might slow the disease in those at mild to moderate stages. But the supplements don’t seem to help those with mild cognitive problems stave off Alzheimer’s disease in the first place.
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Some research suggests that a high intake of vitamin E might slow down the progression of this disease, in which too much fat builds up in the liver. But more studies are needed to see if the benefits last.
Vitamin E deficiency
Supplements are recommended for people with very low levels in their bodies. But such deficiencies are rare. They’re more likely in people who have diseases that affect the digestion of fat, such as Crohn’s disease and cystic fibrosis. People on very low-fat diets may also have low levels of vitamin E.
| Category | Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol): Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) in milligrams (mg) |
| CHILDREN | |
| 1-3 years | 6 mg/day |
| 4-8 years | 7 mg/day |
| 9-13 years | 11 mg/day |
| TEENS AND ADULTS | |
| 14 years and up | 15 mg/day |
| Pregnant | 15 mg/day |
| Breastfeeding | 19 mg/day |
| Category (Children & Adults) | Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (UL) of Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) in milligrams (mg) |
| 1-3 years | 200 mg/day |
| 4-8 years | 300 mg/day |
| 9-13 years | 600 mg/day |
| 14-18 years | 800 mg/day |
| 19 years and up | 1,000 mg/day |
Vitamin E Foods
Here are some good sources of vitamin E, with the amount they provide in each serving:
- Sunflower seeds (dry, roasted), 1 ounce: 7.4 milligrams
- Almonds (dry, roasted), 1 ounce: 6.8 milligrams
- Sunflower oil, 1 tablespoon: 5.6 milligrams
- Peanut butter, 2 tablespoons: 2.9 milligrams
- Olive oil, 1 tablespoon: 2 milligrams
- Corn oil, 1 tablespoon: 1.9 milligrams
- Spinach, boiled, 1/2 cup: 1.9 milligram
- Avocado, half a fruit: 1.5 milligrams
- Broccoli, boiled, 1/2 cup: 1.2 milligrams
- Soybean oil, 1 tablespoon: 1.1 milligrams
- Tomato, raw, 1 medium: 0.7 milligrams
Vitamin E Side Effects
Overdoses of vitamin E supplements can cause: