10 Herbal Medicines approved by DOH Flashcards
What is the Scientific Name of Sambong?
Bluemea balsamifera
What is use of Sambong?
Anti-edema, diurectic, anti-urolithiasis
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SANTALUBBY
What is the common name of Akapulko?
Ringworm bush, Bayas-bayasan
What is the Scientific Name of Ringworm Bush or Bayas-bayasan
Cassia alata
What are the uses of Akapulko or Ringworm bush?
Anti-fungal, tinea flava, ringworm, athlete’s foot and scabies
What is the herbal medicine Chinese Honey Suckle originally called?
Niyog-niyogan
What is the scientific name of Niyog-niyogan?
Quisqualis indica L.
What is the uses of Chinese Honey Suckle or Niyog-niyogan?
Anti-helmintic (used to expel parasitic worms)
What is the common name for Tsaang gubat?
Forest tea or Wild tea
What is the scientific name for Forest Tea or Tsaang gubat?
Carmona retusa
What is the uses of Carmona retusa?
Diarrhea, Stomach Ache
What is the common name for Ampalaya?
Bitter gourd or Bitter melon
Spell out the the scientific name of Bitter gourd or Ampalaya?
Momordica charantia