Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for wound.
Disease symptoms: Pain, bleeding, swelling, pus.
Ingredients: 15-20 g rhizome powder of Haldi (Curcuma longa L.) and 10 g Lime.
Preparation: Mix both the ingredients with water to prepare a paste. Dosage/Application: Apply the paste on the affected area daily till cure.
Ingredients' availability: The plant is available in nearby places. Lime is available in local markets.
Suggested Reading(s):
Pawar, R. S., Toppo, F. A., Mandloi, A. S.,
& Shaikh, S. (2015). Exploring the role of curcumin containing ethanolic
extract obtained from Curcuma longa (rhizomes) against retardation of
wound healing process by aspirin. Indian Journal of Pharmacology, 47(2),
160–166.
