Innovation Description
The
traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for jaundice.
Disease symptoms: Dark yellow urine, pale stools, yellowing of body colour and face, vomiting.
Ingredients: 100 g stem of Amarbel (Cuscuta reflexa Roxb.).
Preparation: Collect, wash and crush the stem to extract the juice.
Dosage/Application: Consume 100 ml of the extracted juice once daily in the morning on an empty stomach for 3 days
Precaution: Avoid sour food.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Balakrishnan, B. R., Sangameswaran, B., & Bhaskar, V. H. (2010). Effect of methanol extract of Cuscuta reflexa aerial parts on hepatotoxicity induced by antitubercular drugs in rats. International Journal of Applied Research in Natural Products , 3(1), 18-22.
