Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for eczema.
Disease symptoms: Skin infection, Itching, rashes, redness
Ingredients: 50 g root of Vadgilodi (Coccinia grandis (L.) Voigt).
Preparation: Crush the root to make paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply paste over affected area once daily for 5-6 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby fields.
Suggested Reading(s):
Tamilselvan, N., Thirumalai, T., Elumalai, E. K., Balaji, R., & David, E. (2011). Pharmacognosy of Coccinia grandis: a review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 1(2), S299-S302.
