An evidence based comparative study on the efficacy of Carica papaya Q and 30 C in treating iron deficiency anemia

Abstract

This study evaluates the pathophysiological as well as dynamic action of homoeopathic medicine Carica papaya Q and 30 C in treating iron deficiency anemia. 30 individuals with iron Deficiency anemia were selected and divided into 2 groups (group A and group B) of 15 individuals each. Group A and B were given Carica papaya Q and 30 C respectively twice daily for 2 months. The Hb%, MCV and MCH were assessed twice, once before medication and once after 2 months of medication. The data was observed and analyzed using ANOVA. After 2 months of medication of Carica papaya Q and 30C, the Hb% showed an increase of 0.6 gm/dl and 0.4 gm/dl of mean value respectively, the MCV showed an increase of 2.5fl and 2.2 fl of mean value respectively and the MCH showed an increase of 1.6pg 1.7pg of mean value respectively. So Carica papaya 30C proved to be more efficient in treating iron deficiency anemia.