Clerodendrum infortunatum L.
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Dysentery
By : Ms. Kalpana Mondal ,
North Twenty Four Parganas,
West Bengal
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for dysentery
Disease symptoms: Blood and mucus in stools.
Ingredients: 50 g leaves of Bhat (Clerodendrum infortunatum L.).
Preparation: Grind the leaves of bhat in a mortar and pestle and extract the juice.
Dosage/Application: Consume 2 spoons of the juice in the morning on an empty stomach for 3 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Animesh, H., & Dipankar, S. (2017). Preliminary phytochemical screening and evaluation of antidiarrheal activity of ethanolic extract of leaves of Clerodendrum infortunatum. International Journal of Current Pharmaceutical Research, 9(4), 143-146.
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