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Herbal Treatment for Boil

By : Shibani Ghorai , East Midnapore, West Bengal

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for the boil.
Disease symptoms: Pus, red, pain
Ingredients: Leaves of Aata (Annona squamosa L.).
Preparation:  Collect, wash and crush the leaves to prepare a paste. 
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste to the boil region for 4 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby areas.

Suggested Reading(s):

Saha, R. (2011). Pharmacognosy and pharmacology of Annona squamosaInternational Journal of Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, 2, 1183-1189.

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