Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for cough.
Disease symptoms: Coughing, sputum, sore throat, wheezing or whistling breathing.
Ingredients: 10-15 leaves of Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum L.) and 10 fruits of Kali Mirch (Piper nigrum L.).
Preparation: Crush both the ingredients and boil with water. Filter and collect the decoction.
Dosage/Application: Consume 100 ml prepared decoction twice daily till recovery.
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Cohen M. M. (2014). Tulsi -
Ocimum sanctum: A herb for all reasons.
Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 5(4), 251–259.
Nahak, G., & Sahu, R. K. (2011). Phytochemical evaluation and antioxidant activity of
Piper cubeba and
Piper nigrum. Journal of Applied Pharmaceutical Science, 1(8), 153-157.
