Ethno-medicinal potential of some plants for the treatment and management of COVID-19 in Kogi State
School of Sciences, Department of Biology, Federal College of Education, Okene, Kogi State, Nigeria.
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Open Access Research Journal of Biology and Pharmacy, 2022, 06(02), 049-065.
Article DOI: 10.53022/oarjbp.2022.6.2.0082
Publication history:
Received on 20 October 2022; revised on 29 November 2022; accepted on 02 December 2022
Abstract:
The focus of this study is to highlight potentials of some medicinal plants sources for the treatment and management of COVID-19 in Kogi State. A sample of 600 respondents from the three senatorial zones who have wealth of knowledge in plant use and traditional medicine was drawn using a stratified random sampling technique for the study. A well-organized questionnaire was the major source of instrument for data collection. Part of plants and their mode of application will also be sought. Recommendations will be given as to way forward that these plants will be used in the management and treatment of COVID-19.
Keywords:
Corona virus; COVID-19; Ethnomedicine; Pandemic disease; SARS-CoV-2
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