Innovation Description
The traditional
knowledge holder has suggested treatment for the wound.
Disease symptoms: Redness, pain, pus, bleeding, swelling.
Ingredients: 50 g fresh leaves of Madar (Calotropis procera (Aiton) W.T.Aiton), 50 g fresh leaves of Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum L.).
Preparation: Crush both the leaves together to prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the prepared paste to the affected area twice daily till relief.
Ingredients’ availability: The plants are available in nearby places.
Suggested Reading(s):
Aderounmua, A. O., Omonisib, A. E.,
Akingbasotec, J. A., Makanjuolad, M., Bejide, R., Orafidiya, L. O., &
Adelusolae, K. A. (2013). Wound-healing and potential anti-keloidal properties
of the latex of Calotropis procera (Aiton) asclepiadaceae in rabbits. African
Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, 10(3),
574-579.
Shetty, S., Udupa, S., & Udupa, L.
(2008). Evaluation of antioxidant and wound healing effects of alcoholic and
aqueous extract of Ocimum sanctum Linn in rats. Evidence-Based
Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 5(1), 95–101.
