Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for centipede bite.
Disease symptoms: Severe pain, swelling and redness, skin necrosis, local bleeding, swollen area
Ingredients: 100-200 g bulb of Purun sen (Allium cepa L.) and 10-20 g of Chinai (Lime)
Preparation: Cut the bulb into two pieces and apply lime to it.
Dosage/Application: Place the prepared bulb pieces on the affected area.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Lime is available in the local market. 

Suggested Reading(s):

Khan, A. V., Ahmed, Q. U., Khan, M. W., & Khan, A. A. (2014). Herbal cure for poisons and poisonous bites from Western Uttar Pradesh, India. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, 4, S116-S120.