Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested a treatment for headache.
Disease symptoms: Pain, dizziness, fatigue
Ingredients: 5-6 leaves of Zahsiza (Eupatorium adenophorum Spreg.), 5-6 leaves/fruits of Ningparang (Ocimum basilicum L.) and 1 spoon of Tochi (Mustard Oil)
Preparation: Crush both the leaves and mixed with mustard oil to prepare paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste over the affected area and put bandage for half an hour. 
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in local area. Mustard oil is availabel in local markets.

Suggested Reading(s): 

Liu, X., Ouyang, C., Wang, Q., Li, Y., Yan, D., Yang, D., Fang, W., Cao, A., & Guo, M. (2017). Effects of oil extracts of Eupatorium adenophorum on Phytophthora capsici and other plant pathogenic fungi in vitro. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology, 140, 90-96.

Bora, K. S., Arora, S., & Shri, R. (2011). Role of Ocimum basilicum L. in prevention of ischemia and reperfusion-induced cerebral damage, and motor dysfunctions in mice brain. Journal of ethnopharmacology, 137(3), 1360-1365.