Innovation Description
The traditional
knowledge holder has suggested treatment for breathing problem.
Disease symptoms: Difficulty in breathing, chest pain, wheezing.
Ingredients: 100 - 500 g leaves of Kumtluang par var (Catharanthus roseus (L.) G.Don).
Preparation: Boil the leaves in 1 L of water to prepare a decoction.
Dosage/Application: Consume 100 ml pf prepared decoction twice daily till relief.
Ingredients’ availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Sain, M., & Sharma, V. (2013). Catharanthus
roseus (an anti-cancerous drug yielding plant)-a review of potential
therapeutic properties. International Journal of Pure and Applied
Biosciences, 1(6), 139-142.
