Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for the wound.
Disease symptoms: Bleeding, redness, pain, pus and swelling.
Ingredients: 10 g leaves of Kerhozi (Eclipta prostrata (L.) L.), 10 g leaves of Tez pat (Cinnamomum tamala (Buch.-Ham.) T.Nees & C.H.Eberm.) and 10 g leaves of Narji Phul (Tagetes erecta L.).
Preparation: Crush the leaves to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the paste over the affected area and wrap with a bandage.
Ingredients' availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Feng, L., Zhai, Y. Y., Xu, J., Yao, W. F., Cao, Y. D., Cheng, F. F., Bao, B.H. and Zhang, L., (2019). A review on traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Eclipta prostrata (L.) L. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 245, 112109.
Oguwike, F. N., Onubueze, D. P. M., & Ughachukwu, P. (2013). Evaluation of activities of marigold extract on wound healing of albino wister rat.
Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences, 8(5), 67-70.
Soni, R., Mehta, N. M., & Srivastava, D. N. (2013). Effect of ethanolic extract of Cinammomum tamala leaves on wound healing in STZ induced| Diabetes in rats. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research, 6, 39-42.
