1.

Sambong (Blumea Balsamifera)

Other names: Alibum,Lakad-bulan, Alimon, Lalakdan. Sambong (Tag.), Dalapot, Sob-sob,

Gabuen. Subusub, Blumea camphor (Engl.), Kambibon, Ngai camphor (Engl.).
Sambong is used as herbal medicine and is a shrub that grows wild in the tropical climate
countries such as Philippines, India, Africa and found even in eastern Himalayas. Sambong is
widely used in the Philippines as herbal medicine. Sambong leaves are known for its ngai or
Blumea camphor that is used as herbal medicine to treat kidney stones, wounds and cuts,
rheumatism, anti-diarrhea, anti spasms, colds and coughs and hypertension. The Philippine
Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has develop the technology for a
sambong herbal medicine tablet.
Sambong is an aromatic shrub, that grows from 1 to 4 meters in height. It is considered as a weed
in some countries and is difficult to eradicate. Sambong has yellow flowering heads that is 6 mm
long. Sambong leaves are green obloid that spreads in a pyramidial pattern. Sambong bears fruits
that are ribbed and hairy on top. Sambong fruit has 1 seed.

 Sambong roots and leaves are used as herbal treatment for fevers, sambong leaves and roots
are pounded then dissolved in cold water. Applied with a soft cloth over the nape, forehead,
underarms and other body parts to bring down the body temperature.
Sambong roots and leaves are also used as herbal medicine treatment for rheumatism.
Sambong roots and leaves are pounded and applied as poultice on the affected body part.
Sambong roots and leaves may also be boiled and are applied as warm compress onto affected
area
Sambong is also used to treat headache, sambong leaves are pounded and applied as a
poultice over the forehead.
Sambong tea are also used as herbal medicine for colds and coughs.
Sambong tea are also used for herbal treatment of diarrhea and stomach spasms.
Sambong juice are also used for treatment of cuts and wounds.
Sambong tea preparation:

gather fresh sambong leaves, cut in small pieces

wash with fresh water

boil 50 grams of sambong leaves to a liter of water

let it seep for 10 minutes

remove from heat

drink while warm 4 glasses a day for best results.

Sambong poultice

gather fresh leaves and roots

wash with fresh clean water

pound in a mortar

grounded leaves may be applied or a juice extract may be used

2. Akapulko (Cassia alata)

Other names: bayabas-bayabasan,kapurko, katanda, katandang aso, pakagonkon,

sonting (Tag.); andadasi, andadasi-a-dakdakel, andadasi-bugbugtong (Ilk.); adadisi
(Ting.); ancharasi (Ig.); andalan (Sul.); bayabasin, bikas-bikas (Bik., Tag., Bis.,);
kasitas (Bik., Bis.); sunting, palo china (Bis.); pakayomkom kastila (Pamp.);
ringworm bush or shrub (Engl.), Acapulco (Engl)

Akapulko (Cassia alata) is used as herbal medicine and is a shrub that grows wild in the tropical
climate of Philippines. Akapulko is widely used in the Philippines as herbal medicine. The
akapulko leaves contain chrysophanic acid, a fungicide that is used to treat fungal infections, like
ringworms, scabies and eczema.. Akapulko leaves are also known to be sudorific, diuretic and

purgative, usedto treat intestinal problems including intestinal parasites. Akapulko is also used as
herbal medicine to treat bronchitis and asthma. Because of Akapulkos anti-fungal properties, it
is a common ingredient in soaps, shampoos, and lotions in the Philippines. The Philippine
Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) has helped develop the technology for
a akapulko herbal medicine lotion.
Akapulko is an erect, shrubby legume with dark green compound leaves. Akapulko leaves have
orange rachis that has 16-28 leaflets. Akapulko produces an axis of golden yellow flowers that
has 4-winged pods containing 50-60 flattened, triangular seeds. Akapulko flowers are enclosed
by yellow-orange bracts that are later shed in time.
Akapulko is used as herbal medicine for the following skin diseases

Tinea infections,

insect bites,

ringworms,

eczema,

scabies and

itchiness.

Preparation and application of Akapulko herbal medicine

Pound Akapulko leaves, squeeze the juice and apply topically on affected area twice a day until
cured. There are commercially available Akapulko herbal medicine lotions in the Philippine
market for skin diseases treatment. If symptoms persist or irritation occurs, stop the use and
consult your doctor.
3. Yerba Buena

Yerba buena (Clinopodium douglasii) is a rambling aromatic herb of the mint family that is
known and used as herbal medicine worldwide.
Yerba Buena is a perennial plant that grows up to 1 meter in height with oblong shaped leaves
with toothed margins. Flowers are hairy and the color is bluish to purplish with axillary head like
whorls.
Yerba Buena are grown throughout the world from North America to Asia. The plant takes the
form of a sprawling, mat-forming perennial, and is especially abundant close to the coast.
Yerba Buena is more popular for its culinary application because of its minty flavor. Used in
salads and as flavor for cooking foods. Yerba buena aroma is also used for scents and fragrances.

Yerba Buena tea used as body pain reliever . Good for headache, stomach ache and
tooth ache.

Yerba Buena poultice used for Rheumatism, arthritis and headache crush the
fresh leaves squeeze sap. Massage sap on painful parts with eucalyptus.

Yerba Buena tea for cough and colds . Drink as tea. Acts as an expectorant.

Yerba Buena as mouth wash for swollen gums and tooth aches steep 6 grams of
fresh plant in a glass of boiling water for 30 minutes. Use solution as gargle.

Yerba Buena tea for menstrual and gas pain . Drink infusion. It induces menstrual
flow and sweating.

Yerba Buena minty scent for nausea and fainting crush leaves and apply at nostrils
of patients.

Yerba Buena leaves for Insect bites crush leaves and apply juice on affected part or
pound leaves until paste-like. Then rub this on affected part.

erba buena herbal tea is widely used as a popular health drink for its various health benefits.
Yerba buena tea can be prepared by using dried Yerba buena leaves or chopped fresh leaves.
How to make dried Yerba buena leaves as tea
The following details the preparation of Yerba buena herbal tea from dried leaves

Dry Yerba buena leaves for about two weeks

Crush Yerba buena leaves into pieces

Boil the dried Yerba buena leaves in water.

2 tablespoon of dried Yerba buena leaves to one cup water.

Let it seep for 30 minutes,

Strain the leaves.

Take the Yerba buena herbal tea for 4 to 6 times daily.

4. Bayabas (Psidium guajava)

Bayabas or guava is a fruit bearing shrub or small tree that grows in the tropical climate like
Mexico, Peru and the Philippines. Bayabas is widely used in the Philippines as herbal medicine
and is recognized by the Philippine Department of Health for its antiseptic property. Bayabas or
guava fruit is known for being rich in vitamin C and vitamin A. Bayabas leaves and fruits contain

eugenol, tannin, saponins, amydalin, phenolic acids, malic acid, ash, aldehydes, catequinic
components and flavonoids.
Bayabas or guava is used in herbal medicine as antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-spasmodic,
antioxidant hepatoprotective, anti-allergy, antimicrobial, anti-plasmodial, anti-cough,
antidiabetic, and antigenotoxic.
Bayabas or guava tree grows 3 to10 meters tall with greenish to red-brownish smooth bark.
Bayabas produce a round globular bayabas fruit that starts as a flower. The bayabas fruit is green
and turns yellowish-green and soft when ripe. Bayabas fruit has many small hard seeds contained
in a yellowish pulp. Bayabas fruit is usually eaten while still green and hard.
How to use Bayabas as an antiseptic and astringent
Preparation:

Gather fresh bayabas leaves and wash with water.

Boil one cup of Bayabas leaves in three cups of water for 8 to 10 minutes.

Strain and let cool.

To use as mouthwash, gargle

To use as wound disinfectant, wash affected areas 2 to 3 times a day.

Use as vaginal wash especially after child birth.

Fresh Bayabas leaves can also be chewed for the treatment of toothache and gum swelling.
To hasten wound healing, fresh Bayabas leaf poultice may be applied to the wound.
If symptoms persist or aggravates, stop use and consult your doctor.
5. Lagundi (Vitex negundo)
Lagundi (scientific name: Vitex negundo) is a large native shrub that grows in the Philippines
and has been traditionally used as herbal medicine. The Philippine Department of Health has
conducted research and study for Lagundi and has suggested that the lagundi plant has a number
verifiable therapeutic value
Lagundi is an erect, branched tree or shrub, that grows to as much as 5 m high. Lagundi has a
single thick, woody stem like a trunk and is usually seen in swamps of the Philippines. Lagundi
leaves appear palmately, in the form of five pointed leaves which splay out like the fingers of a
hand. Lagundi leaves are 5-foliate, rarely with 3 leaflets only. Lagundi leaves are 4-10 cm long,

slightly hairy beneath. The lagundi flowers are blue to lavender, 6-7 mm long bearing fruit
globose of about 4mm in diameter that turns black when ripe.
6. Ampalaya (Momordica charantia)
Health benefits of juice extract from ampalaya fruit.

Used to treat diabetes

Used to treat stomach problems such as colitis, dysentery and intestinal parasites

Used to treat spleen and liver problems

Used to treat mild cough, heal wounds, and to treat rheumatism and gout.

Health benefits from ampalaya leaves.

Powered leaves used as astringent to treat haemorrhoids and piles

Sap or juice of leaves used to treat skin problems such as eczema, acne, psoriasis, leprosy
and scabies

Pounded leaves used to treat for burns and scald

Infusion of leaves used to treat fever

Infusion used to treat various stomach problems and to improve appetite

Poultice of leaves used to treat headache

Infusion of leaves used as mouthwash to treat tooth ache and other mouth problems

Health benefits from ampalaya seeds, roots and flowers.

Decoction of seeds and roots used to treat urethral discharge

Roots are used as an ingredient in aphrodisiac preparations

Decoction of roots used to abort pregnancy

Infusion from bitter melon flower is used to treat asthma

How is it taken?

Green fruit of ampalaya and young leaves are cooked, taken as food and is included in diet
during treatment.
Juice extract from bitter melon fruit or leaves are taken spoonful for adults and teaspoonful for
children. 3 times a day until symptoms improve.
Decoction prepared by boiling 50 grams of chopped fruits, seeds, leaves and/or roots of
ampalaya to a liter of water, taken as ampalaya tea three times a day until symptoms improve.

7. Tsaang gubat (Carmona retusa)

Alangit (Bis.) Kalamoga (Tag.)
Alangitngit (Tag., Bis.) Kalimomog (Tag.)
Balingsaa (C. Bis.) Kalimumog (Tag.)
Buntatai (P. Bis.) Mangit (Tag., Bis.)
Buyo-buyo (Sul.) Mara-mara (Bis., S.L. Bis.)
Buyok-buyok (Sul.) Maratia (Ibn.)
Cha (Tag.) Mura-mara (P. Bis.)
Chaang-bundok (Tag.) Palupo (Iv.)
Chaang-gubat (Tag.) Putputai (Bik.)
Gari (Bag.) Santing (Sul.)
Icha-nga-atap (Ilk.) Tsa (Tag.)
Icha-ti-bakir (Ilk.) Fukien tea tree (Engl.)
Itsa (Ilk.) Scorpionbush (Engl.)
Wild tea (Engl.)

Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine and is a shrub that grows wild in the tropical climate
of Philippines. Tsaang gubat is widely used in the Philippines as herbal medicine. The tsaang
gubat were studied for possible anti-allergic substances to counter the histamine release from
mast cells that cause type-1 reactions. The tsaang-gubat, contains rosmarinic acid and
microphyllone which is attributed for its efficacy to control allergy. Tsaang gubat studies also
shows it has antibacterial, antinocicpetive and anti-inflammatory properties. Study of tsaang
gubat leaves showed a mixture of triterpenes a-amyrin, -amyrin and baurenol and a wide range
of bioactivity. The tsaang gubat showed analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-diarrheal and
antibacterial activities. Tsaang gubat is commonly prepared in pills capsules and in herbal tea
bags form.
Tsaang gubat is an erect, shrub with green compound leaves. The tsaang gubat shrub grows to
about 1 to 4 meters high and can be found in secondary forest in low and medium altitude.
Tsaang gubat leaves grows in clusters on short branches, 3-6 cm long, somewhat toothed or
lobed near the apex and pointed at the base, short stalked and rough on the upper surface. Tsaang
gubat bears small white flowers, axillary, solitary, 2 or 4 on a common stalk. It bears yellow
fruits when ripe about 4-5 mm in diameter, fleshy, with a 4-seeded stone.

Tsaang Gubat is used as herbal medicine for the following stomach problems

Stomach pains

Gastroenteritis

Intestinal motility

Dysentery

Diarrhea or Loose Bowel Movement (LBM)

Preparation and application of tsaang gubat herbal medicine for treatment of stomach problems
Pound or cut a cup of tsaang gubat leaves into manageable sizes then let it seep in boiling water
for 10 to 15 minutes to create a tsaang gubat herbal tea. Let it cool and drink a cup three times a
day. The potency of tsaang gubat herbal tea is good to last for one day. Make new tsaang gubat
herbal tea as needed. When symptoms persist or irritation occurs stop the use and consult your
doctor.

8. Bawang (Alium sativum)

Bawang - Antiinfectious: Antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic. Bawang juice is applied to

the afflicted area. Scientifically ajoene 0.4% cream when applied topically, has been found 70%
effective in certain dermatologic fungal infections. A 0.6% gel was effective in tinea corporis and
tinea cruris.
Bawang - Antiinflammatory and antioxidant activity when included in diet.
Bawang - Hypertension: Bawang when eaten or chewed raw. Studies suggest ingestion of
Bawang has beneficial antihypertensive effect but blood-lowering effects probably not dramatic.
Other studies show a vascular benefit through improvement of aortic elasticity and possible
slowing of the rate of atherosclerosis progression
Bawang - Hyperlipidemia: Bawang eaten or chewed raw is found to lower blood cholesterol.
Though still controversial, but probably has beneficial effect on serum cholesterol and LDL
levels. Some studies have shown a 4% to 12% lowering of total cholesterol. Bawang seems to
have no effect on high density lipoprotein (HDL).
Bawang - Anti-cancer: Bawang is studied to have possible anticarcinogenic properties,
specifically for colon, stomach and prostate cancers. In stomach cancers, probably through its
inhibitory effect on H. pylori. In epidemiologic studies on stomach and colorectal cancer
prevention, the garlic use was 3.5 grams to 30 grams of fresh or cooked garlic per week.
Other folkloric uses of Bawang as herbal medicine that needs further studies for verification:
Arthritis, rheumatism, toothaches: Crush several Bawang cloves and rub on affected areas.
Headaches: Crush one Bawang clove and apply to both temples as poultice.
Insect bites: Crush Bawang or cut clove crosswise and rub directly to affected area.
Athlete's foot.Crush Bawang or cut clove crosswise and rub directly to affected area.
Fever, Decoction of boiled Bawang leaves and bulbs set to luke warm and applied to the head
and body.
Colds, cough, sore throat, hoarseness, asthma and bronchitis; Nasal congestion steam
inhalation of chopped Bawang and a teaspoon of vinegar in boiling water.
Fresh Bawang has been used as a complement herbal medicine to INH therapy for tuberculosis.
Digestive problems and gastrointestinal spasms. drink an infusion of a peeled bawang clove or
can also be used as suppository.

9. Ulasimang bato (Peperonia pellucida)

Other name: pansit-pansitan, sinew-sinaw

Pansit-pansitan is used as an herbal medicine for the treatment of:

Eye inflammation,

Sore throat,

Diarrhea,

Prostate problems

High blood pressure

Arthritis

Gout

Skin boils,

Wounds,

Burns,

Skin inflammation,

abscesses,

pimples,

Headache

Fever,

Abdominal pains

Renal problems

Mental excitement disorder .

Analgesic / Anti-inflammatory action of Pansit-pansitan

Pansit-pansitan has been traditionally used to treat fever, cough, common cold, headache
and arthritis. In a study of aerial parts of peperomia extract in mice indicated that that it
exhibited anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities. The anti-inflammatory activity was
attributed to interference with prostaglandin synthesis. In another study done on rabbits,
pansit-pansitan extract exhibited an anti-pyretic activity which indicates that it is
comparable to standard aspirin. (ref)
Anti-cancer Activity of Pansit-pansitan
A study have isolated compounds in P.Pellucida that has inhibitory actions against growth
of some cancer cells. This shows its potential as an anti-cancer supplement. (ref)
Antioxidant activity of Pansit-pansitan
In a study done on P.Pellucida extract, it has shown that it has a strong scavenging
activity against free radicals suggesting that pansit-pansitan is a good natural anti-oxidant
(ref)
Anti-bacterial activity of Pansit-pansitan
A study has isolated a compound called patuloside A, a xanthone glycoside from P.
pellucida that is found to have broad spectrum antibacterial activity (ref)
Anti-arthritic Activity of Pansit-pansitan
A study have shown that extracts from pansit-pansitan combined with ibuprofen
treatment has significantly improved the symptoms associated with arthritis. Particularly
that of knee joint rheumatism.(ref)
Uric Acid reduction in blood
In a controlled study involving rats, extracts from P. pellucida were administered and uric
acid levels were monitored. The study have shown that rats that were subjected to pansitpansitan extract indicated a 44% reduction of uric acid level in blood while those that are
given allopurinol drug have shown 66% reduction in uric acid level. This results show
that pansit-pansitan may contain compounds that maybe used as alternative to allopurinol
to control uric acid levels in the blood. (ref)
Depressant activity of Pansit-pansitan
In a study done in Bangladesh, mice were given nikethamide to induce excitement. The
mice were later administered with extracts from pepperomia pellucida to determine its
depressant activity. The results of the study suggest that pansit-pansitan extract has a dose

dependent depressant activity that is beneficial for treatment of excessive mental

excitement.disorder. (ref)

10. Niyog niyogan (Quiscalis indica)

Niyog-niyogan is a large climbing, woody shrub that is native in Southeast Asian

countries including the Philippines, India, Myanmar and Malaysia. Niyog-niyogan
grows to about 20 feet in height with leaves that is rounded at the bottom and
pointed at the tips. Niyog-niyogan shrub has fragrant and colorful flowers. Niyogniyogan flowers exhibit varying colors, from white, red, reddish purple, pink red to
orange that sprouts into clusters. Niyog-niyogan has edible fruit that is ellipsoidal in
shape with five lengthwise wings. It has seeds that are black in color.

Expels Intestinal Worms and Parasites. The seeds of Niyog-niyogan are dried and taken orally.
Recommended dosage is 4 to 7 seeds for Children while 8 to 10 seeds for Adults.
Caution: Adverse reactions - diarrhea, abdominal pain, distention and hiccups more likely if
nuts are eaten in consecutive days or when fresh nuts are eaten.

Treatment of Inflammation of Kidneys, Niyog-niyogan fruits are believed to alleviate nephritis

or inflammation of the kidneys.
Remedy for boils and skin ulcers; Niyog-niyogan leaves are pounded and applied to externally
to skin ulcers and boils.
Remedy for headaches, Niyog-niyogan leaves are applied to the head to relieve headaches.
Remedy for Diarrhea and Fever, ripe fruits of Niyog-niyogan are roasted and taken internally
for diarrhea and fever treatment.
Remedy for Dysuria or painful urination. A decoction of boiled Niyog-niyogan leaves are
taken as tea to relieve pain while urinating.
Anti-Cancer, According to Professor Dr. Thomas Efferth of the DKFZ who studied 76 kinds of
Chinese Medicinal plants, Niyog-niyogan or the Rangoon Creeper contains three ingredients
with powerful anti-tumor activity that suppress the growth of a specific tumor cell line that is
particularly resistant to many commonly used cytotoxins due to overproduction of a transport
protein in the cell wall. In contrast, a whole range of standard anti-cancer drugs fail to be
effective against this cell.

Luya or Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

Luya - Vomiting, Motion sickness, nausea, Luya or Ginger's has been known and used widely
for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated in motion sickness.

chemotheraphy, morning sickness and has been known to be safe even for pregnant women and
children.
Luya - Anti infectious: Antibacterial, anti fungal, anti parasitic. Luya or Ginger's effects
against infection have also been confirmed by laboratory science to kill cold viruses at a
concentration of less than one part per million. Ginger contains a chemical called zingibain that
kills and dissolves parasites and their eggs.
Luya - Anti inflammatory and antioxidant activity when included in diet. Luya or ginger may
also be applied externally to support inflammation related to arthritis, rheumatism, menstrual
cramps, sprains and lumbago.
LUya - Cholesterol control, Heart Disease: Luya or Ginger has shown to inhibit cholesterol
production in the liver. Studies suggest ingestion of Luya or Ginger has beneficial effect to
decrease the activity of platelet-activating factor (PAF), PAF causes platelets to aggregate
(clotting) and blood vessels to dilate. With decreased PAF, blood clotting is likewise reduced
which is a cause of stroke or heart attack
Luya or Ginger - Anti-allergy and anti-inflammation: Studies shown that high platelet
activating factor stimulates inflammation in allergy and bronchial constriction associated in
asthma. Luya or ginger's ability to decrease PAF would suggest that it may also help as remedy
for allergy and asthma.
Luya or Ginger - Colds, cough, sore throat, hoarseness, asthma and bronchitis; Nasal
congestion, Ginger or Luya tea are widely known for the treatment of colds, cough, sore throat,
hoarseness even for asthma and bronchitis. It is also taken as ginger ale.
Luya or Ginger - Rheumatism and arthritis, Ginger or Luya has been used to alleviate
inflammation and pain associated with arthritis and rheumatism.

AKAPULKO OINTMENT
(Cassia alata)
Topical Ointment

For fungal infections and itchiness.

Expiry Date: 4/2016
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from
sunlight.
Prepared by: PCDS BSN - II

AKAPULKO OINTMENT
(Cassia alata)
Topical Ointment

For fungal infections and itchiness.

Expiry Date: 4/2016
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from
sunlight.
Prepared by: PCDS BSN - II

AKAPULKO OINTMENT
(Cassia alata)
Topical Ointment
For fungal infections and itchiness.
Expiry Date: 4/2016
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from
sunlight.
Prepared by: PCDS BSN - II

AKAPULKO OINTMENT
(Cassia alata)
Topical Ointment
For fungal infections and itchiness.
Expiry Date: 4/2016

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For cough, colds, and fever.
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LAGUNDI SYRUP
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For cough, colds, and fever.
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