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Herbal Treatment for Skin Disease

By : Ms. Alagumeena , Madurai, Tamil Nadu

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for skin disease.
Disease symptoms: Itching, rashes, redness.
Ingredients: 20 g fresh leaves of Acalypha indica L., Salt.
Preparation: Wash and grind the leaves to make a paste and add salt.
Dosage/Application: Apply the prepared paste over the affected area for 1 hour once daily till cure.
Ingredients availability: The plant is available in nearby places.



Suggested Reading(s):

Hota, S., & Chatterjee, A. (2016). Traditional and indigenous uses of plants for treatment of skin diseases by the tribes in Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal. Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies, 4(5), 175-180.

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