Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for intestinal worms
Disease symptoms: Abdominal pain, nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss.
Ingredients: Leaves of Kalmegh (
Andrographis paniculata (Burm.f.) Nees).
Preparation: Grind the leaves to extract the juice.
Dosage/Application: Consume this juice once a day before having breakfast for 3 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):https://ijpjournal.com/bft-article/anthelmintic-activity-of-leaves-extract-of-andrographis-paniculat...Sehgal, H., Singh, B., & Thapliyal, S. (2018). Role of Kalmegha (
Andrographis paniculata (burm. F.) wall. Ex nees) in treating vatarakta (gout).
Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics,
8(6), 98-101.
