A clinical trial of the traditional medicine Vernonia amygdalina in the treatment of uncomplicated malaria.

BACKGROUND: The leaves of the shrub Vernonia amygdalina Del (Compositae) are widely used in Africa to treat malaria. It is widely available, accessible, and affordable in many remote areas that do not have ready access to modern medicines. INTERVENTION: This study examined the efficacy and safety o...

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Main Authors: Challand, S, Willcox, M
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2009