Senna alexandrina Mill.
Courtesy: Dr. Hitendra Ram
Herbal Treatment for Fungal (Tinea) Infections
By : Mr. Kasinathan,
Sivaganga,
Tamil Nadu
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has
suggested treatment for fungal infections.
Disease
symptoms: Darkening of
the skin, fissures, peeling, red rashes, or scaly patches
Ingredients:
200 g leaves of Surathavarai/ Soorathu Nilavarai (Senna alexandrina Mill.).
Preparation:
Collect, wash and crush the leaves to prepare a paste. Roll into tablets.
Dosage/Application:
Apply the prepared paste on affected area keeping overnight
followed by washing with hot water in morning. Also, consume 1 prepared tablet once daily for 7 days.
Ingredients'
availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
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