Calotropis procera (Aiton) W.T.Aiton
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Joint Pain
By : Ms. Babita Kumari ,
Gopalganj,
Bihar
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for joint pain.
Disease symptoms: Swelling, stiffness, difficulty in movement.
Ingredients: 100 g root of Madar (Calotropis procera (Aiton) W.T.Aiton).
Preparation: Grind the root to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste on the affected area once daily till relief.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Parihar, G., Sharma, A., Ghule, S., Sharma, P., Deshmukh, P., & Srivastava, D. N. (2011). Anti-inflammatory effect of Calotropis procera root bark extract. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1(1), 29-44.
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