Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for abscess.
Disease symptoms: Wound, blisters, pain.
Ingredients: 50 g stem of Kela (
Musa × paradisiaca L.), and 20 ml Mitti tel (Kerosene).
Preparation: Crush the stem and mix it with kerosene to prepare its mixture.
Dosage/Application: Apply the prepared paste over the affected area twice daily.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in
nearby places. Kerosene is available in the local market.
Asoso, O. S., FC, A., & Animba, L. S. (2016). Antibacterial activities of Plantain (Musa paradisiaca) peel and fruit. Der Pharmacia Lettre, 8(5), 5-11.
