It is used to treat digestive disorders such as bloating and chronic indigestion. It is known to improve the digestion of carbohydrates and fats due to the presence of the enzyme called papain. It is also known to help in the treatment of dengue fever due to its ability to improve platelet count, and thus, manage the symptoms.

Caripill tablet contains Carica Papaya leaf extract which contains the enzyme papain. Papain is proteolytic, meaning that it digests (non-living) proteins. This enzymatic preparation improves digestion in general and has also been used to treat less serious digestive disorders like bloating and chronic indigestion. Papaya leaf also shows promise as an aid in combating ulcers. The softening and disintegrating qualities of papain with an alkaline combination can aid in the treatment of dyspepsia.

Papaya leaf is used to increase low blood platelet count in Dengue fever and Chikungunya. Low platelet count means that the blood possesses too few thrombocytes or specialized blood cells called platelets. These cells play a key role in blood clotting and lack of sufficient quantities of these cells in the blood can increase the risk of bleeding.

The supplement is usually safe when taken as recommended by your doctor. It can be taken by people across all age groups, but talk to your doctor if you suffer from any chronic health conditions. If your symptoms fail to show improvement or if you experience any side effects, then do inform your doctor without fail. Keep it away from the reach of children and use it under medical supervision.