Innovation Detail

Innovation Description

The traditional knowledge holder has suggested treatment for scorpion sting. 
Disease symptoms: Pain, loss of sensation.
Ingredients: Imli seeds (Tamarindus indica L.)
Preparation: Take the seed and prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply directly on the scorpion bite place. The effect of the medicine is observed after 1 hours.
Ingredients' availability: The ingredients are available in village forests in all seasons.

Suggested Reading(s):

Bahekar, S., Kale, R., & Nagpure, S. (2012). A review on medicinal plants used in scorpion bite treatment in India. Mintage Journal of Pharmaceutical & Medical Sciences, 1(1), 1–6.