Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cold.
Disease symptoms: Sneezing, wheezing, coughing, sputum, sore throat, light fever
Ingredients:  50 g aerial part of West Indian lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf).
Preparation: Collect, wash, and boil the plant into 300 ml of water. Allow it to cool and collect the filtrate.
Dosage/Application: Consume 150- 200 ml decoction once daily till relief.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. 

Suggested Reading(s):

Manvitha, K., & Bidya, B. (2014). Review on pharmacological activity of Cymbopogon citratus. International Journal of Herbal Medicine, 1(6), 5-7.