Ginger Patch: An Alternative Medicine to OTC Drugs

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of study is to prove that local medicinal plants can really be an alternative to over-the-counter drugs to relieve cough caused by bronchitis. We chose ginger as the target plant because it is available to almost everyone in the country.

METHODS

In order for us to know how this ginger patch works, we have utilized scientific method for this study.

Materials / Ingredients:

1 tbsp of fresh, shredded or pounded ginger

0.5 tsp coconut oil

0.5 tsp flour

shredder

mortar and pestle

katsa or used cloth or gauze 2x3 inch masking tape

Procedure:

Carefully combine the coconut oil and flour Add the ginger and mix well again.

Put the mixture on katsa and tape it over your chest and to your throat.

Keep it on overnight (children should use it for about 3 hours before bedtime).

RESULTS

75% out of 20 respondents strongly agree that the manually prepared ginger compress is an effective patch for cough. 2 or 10% of the respondents agreed that the compress was effective. 1 or 5% Slightly Agree and 2 or 10% slightly disagree.

DISCUSSIONS

Based on the results of the study and the participants' response on the effectiveness of the patches the researchers conclude that the manually prepared ginger compress patches are a sustainable patch for cough or an effective cough reliever. You can have a cheap product that works as well as other brands (more affordable than conventional medicine and hold beneficial, healing properties). Easier to obtain than prescription medications. You are sure that the medicine you are using has no side effects.