Solanum nigrum L.
Courtesy: Dr. Hitendra Ram
Herbal Treatment for Itching
By : Mr. H.Pathanga ,
Lawngttai,
Mizoram
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for Itching.
Disease symptoms: Redness, bumps, spot or blister, dryness, cracked skin, scaly skin
Ingredients: 300 g leaves of Anhling (Solanum nigrum L.)
Preparation: Boil the leaves in 2 L of water for 10 to 15 minutes and filter to collect the decoction.
Dosage/Application: Apply or clean the affected area with prepared decoction thrice daily till cure.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Hong, S., Lee, B., Kim, J. H., Kim, E. Y., Kim, M., Kwon, B., ... & Jung, H. S. (2020). Solanum nigrum Linne improves DNCB?induced atopic dermatitis?like skin disease in BALB/c mice. Molecular Medicine Reports, 22(4), 2878-2886.
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