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Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
French plantain, banana
Class :
Herbals
Brand Name :
N/A
Synonyms :
French plantain, banana
Class :
Herbals
Dosage forms and strengthsÂ
M. paradisiaca fruit peels show excellent anti-diabetic effects, reducing blood sugar levels by up to 25.5% and 20.5%, respectively, at a dosage of 500 mg/kg body weight
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Musa x paradisiaca is the scientific name for the banana plant. It is rich source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals; hence they are the major source of nutrients. It is high in dietary fiber, especially pectin, which helps to keep the bowel regular and therefore, it is utilized in digestive disorders like constipation.Â
If it is consumed for prolonged periods and in excessive amounts, it can produce gastrointestinal side effects.Â
Black Box Warning Â
None Â
Contraindication/Caution: Â
Allergy to drug or its constituents.Â
Pregnancy & breastfeeding:Â
Pregnancy consideration:  Â
No data is available regarding the administration of the drug during pregnancy. Â
Breastfeeding warnings:  Â
No data is available regarding the excretion of drugs in breast milk. Â
Pregnancy category: Â
Category A: well-controlled and satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. Â
Category B: There was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women. Â
 Category C: There was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.  Â
 Category D: Adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.  Â
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women. Â
Category N: No data for the drug under this category is available. Â
Pharmacology:Â Â
It is high in dietary fiber, especially pectin, which helps to keep the bowel regular and therefore, avoids constipation. Besides, it is a mixture of some substances like fructooligosaccharides that serve as prebiotics, hence, the growth of the good bacteria in the gut is promoted.
Potassium is a vital component of a normal blood pressure, and bananas are a good source of it. By reducing the hypertensive effects of dietary salt, potassium helps support cardiovascular health.Â
Pharmacokinetics: Â
Limited data availableÂ
Administration: Â
The administration of this drug is as per the physician’s advice.Â
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Generic Name: musa x paradisiacaÂ
Why do we use musa x paradisiaca? Â
The ripened plantains are sweet and can be utilized in the making of desserts, while the unripened plantains are starchy and are mainly used in the preparation of savory dishes.
In the traditional medicinal system, plantains are supposed to possess numerous health benefits. Sometimes, they are applied on the skin to comfort the skin irritations or consumed internally to cure the digestive problems.Â
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