Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for asthma.
Disease symptoms: Wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness or pain
Ingredients: 200 g leaves of Kuppaimeni (Acalypha indica L.), 50 g leaves of Thoothuvalai (Solanum trilobatum L.), and 50 g leaves of Thulasi (Ocimum tenuiflorum L.).
Preparation: Collect, clean, and dry all the plant parts under the shed. Grind the dried parts to prepare a powder and store it.
Dosage/Application: Consume 5 g prepared powder twice daily for 30 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested reading(s):
Jamshidi, N., & Cohen, M. M. (2017). The clinical efficacy and safety of Tulsi in humans: a systematic review of the literature. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2017, 9217567.
Nirmal, S. A., Patel, A. P., Bhawar, S. B., & Pattan, S. R. (2012). Antihistaminic and antiallergic actions of extracts of Solanum nigrum berries: possible role in the treatment of asthma. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 142(1), 91-97.
Prasad, R., Lawania, R., & Gupta, R. (2009). Role of herbs in the management of asthma. Pharmacognosy Reviews, 3(6), 247.
