Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for endoparasite
Disease symptoms: Loss of appetite, weight loss, weakness, abdominal pain, worms in stool.
Ingredients: 50 g leaves of Kalmegh (Achyranthes aspera L.)
Preparation: Wash and crush the leaves with some water to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Consume the paste once daily for 3 days.
Ingredients availability: The plant is available in nearby places. 

Suggested reading(s):

Hasan, K., Lakshmi, T., & Rathinam, T. K. (2015). Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and In vitro Anti-helmenthic activity of Achyranthes aspera Leaf extract. Pharmacognosy Journal, 7(6).