Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for earache.
Disease symptoms: Ear pain, redness and swelling around the outer ear.
Ingredients: Bulb of Neerulli (Allium cepa L.).
Preparation: Crush the bulb and extract the juice and boil it.
Dosage/Application: Instill 5 drops of juice in-ear daily till relief.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in the local market.
Suggested Reading(s):
Kumar, K. S., Bhowmik, D., Chiranjib, B., & Tiwari, P. (2010). Allium cepa: a traditional medicinal herb and its health benefits. Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, 2(1), 283-291.