Plants Used for Pest Management in Malawi

Maliwichi‐Nyirenda, Cecilia; Maliwichi, Lucy Lynn; Kamanula, John F.

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“…C hewe okral solution, was identified to be effective in hastening labour. Similar findings are presented by studies done in Zambia and Malawi where “bush okral” and “Mwanamphepo” were mentioned respectively [ 12 , 39 ]. It can be presumed that Chewe okra contains oxytocic properties as Mwanamphepo.…”

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“…The prevalence of herbal medicine use in pregnancy and labour in Malawi was estimated at 25.7% in 2018 [ 11 ]. The common herbal medicine considered for inducing and hastening labour is “ Mwanamphepo” (cissus/Vitaceae plants species) [ 12 , 13 ]. This herbal drug is divided into four categories, depending on its use; (i) Mwanamphepo wa Magazi (Ampelocissus obtusata), (ii) Mwanamphepo Woning’ina , (epiphytic), (iii) Mwanamphepo wa Mtawaleza (cissus aristolochiifolia) and (iv) Mwanamphepo wa Mng’ono.…”

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“…This herbal drug is divided into four categories, depending on its use; (i) Mwanamphepo wa Magazi (Ampelocissus obtusata), (ii) Mwanamphepo Woning’ina , (epiphytic), (iii) Mwanamphepo wa Mtawaleza (cissus aristolochiifolia) and (iv) Mwanamphepo wa Mng’ono. The first three are primarily employed to hasten labour, while the last type of herb is used for treating pregnancy related illness such as nauseas, vomiting and lower back pain [ 12 ]. Previous study findings reveal that herbal medicine is associated with maternal complications because its use during labour induces strong continuous contractions that do not correspond to the slow dilatation of the cervix [ 14 ].…”

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Herbal medicine use during pregnancy and childbirth: perceptions of women living in Lilongwe rural, Malawi – a qualitative study

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Background Globally, use of herbal medicine during pregnancy and labour is often associated with adverse obstetric outcomes such as uterine rupture and fetal distress. However, in rural Malawi, information on the perceptions of women about the use of herbal medicine during pregnancy and labour is underreported despite the practice. Understanding women’s views and perceptions on use of herbal medicine during pregnancy and labour is therefore critical for understanding the basis of their practice and for setting up maternal and neonatal health care interventions to alleviate any possible pregnancy and labour complications. Aims To explore the perceptions of women on the use of herbal medicine during pregnancy and labour in rural Malawi. Methods We employed a qualitative descriptive (QD) study on the purposively identified participants (women with parity $$\ge 2$$ ≥ 2 ), residing in four villages (Kagona, Champsinja, Mthupi and Manja) of Traditional Authority Malili, in Lilongwe rural district, Malawi. Qualitative data was collected through four Focus Groups of 6–8 women in each group that were conducted in each village. Data analysis was performed inductively, using reflexive thematic analysis approach. Results A total of 28 women of reproductive age 20 and above; 20–24 (32.14%), married (75%), average of 3 deliveries (57.14%), primary school education (75.0%), and Christians (92.86%) were recruited and interviewed. Two main themes emerged from the narratives: (1) perceived benefits of using herbal medicine: (i) hastens labour, (ii) prevents pregnancy complications and (iii) prevents and treats illnesses, and (2) perceived risks of using herbal medicine: (i) perceived maternal risks, (ii) perceived fetal risks. Conclusion In rural Malawi, the practice of using herbal medicine during pregnancy and labour is perceived as both risky and beneficial to women. These perceptions are shaped by the exposure to either personal or other people’s experiences, hence the continued practice. Therefore, inclusion of health education topics on maternal complications due to use of herbal medicine among women can help reduce maternal and neonatal mortality rates in rural Malawi. Further research is also warranted to explore accessibility and community pathway systems for herbal medicine use during pregnancy and labour among the pregnant women.

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“…The use of herbal uterotonics can lead to hyperstimulation of the uterus, foetal asphyxia and several other adverse effects of labour [8]. Moreover, traditional medicine used by pregnant women is associated with several complications, including a ruptured uterus, a fresh still birth, a macerated still birth, a caesarean section and even death [9]. These herbal medicines have both uterotonic and nonuterotonic effects on labour and delivery and are mostly used to induce or augment labour in prolonged labour or postdate or to relax or widen the pelvis for delivery [8].…”

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Perspectives of Midwives on the Use of Kaligutim (Local Oxytocin) for Induction of Labour Among Pregnant Women in the Government Hospitals in Tamale

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Dakurah,

Lasong

2024

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Background: The use of herbal medicine and/or its products is common throughout the world. In Tamale Metropolis, pregnant women frequently use local oxytocin to induce labour, as shown by the fact that 90% of midwives reported managing patients who used kaligutim (local oxytocin) to speed up labour. Early career midwives are also aware of this and have personally observed it being used by their clients. The purpose of the study was to assess midwives' opinions on pregnant women's use of the well-known kaligutim (local oxytocin) for labour induction in the Tamale Metropolis. Methods: A facility-based, quantitative, cross-sectional research design was used for the study. A total of 214 working midwives from Tamale's three main public hospitals participated. Data for the study were gathered through a standardized questionnaire. For the analysis and presentation of the data, descriptive and analytical statistics, such as basic frequencies, percentages, Fisher’s exact test, chi square test and multivariate analysis, were employed. Results: According to the findings of this study, the safety, dosages, and contraindications of kaligutim during pregnancy and labour are unknown. The cessation of contractions was reported by 44 (22.4%) of the respondents whose clients used local oxytocin. The study also revealed that women in Tamale metropolises use “walgu”, a spiritual form of oxytocin, to induce and augment labour. Respondents who responded, “yes to baby” and were admitted to the new-born care unit were 25% more likely to use kaligutim (local oxytocin) than were those who responded, “no to baby” and were admitted to the new-born care unit (AOR= 0.25 95% CI (0.01, 0.53), P=0.021). Conclusions: It can be concluded that using kaligutim to start labour has negative effects on both the mother and the foetus. Additional research is required to evaluate the efficacy, effectiveness, biochemical makeup, and safety of these herbal medicines, particularly during pregnancy and delivery, as well as the spiritual significance of kaligutim (Walgu) and its forms.

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Plants Used for Pest Management in Malawi

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Herbal medicine use during pregnancy and childbirth: perceptions of women living in Lilongwe rural, Malawi – a qualitative study

Herbal medicine use during pregnancy and childbirth: perceptions of women living in Lilongwe rural, Malawi – a qualitative study

Perspectives of Midwives on the Use of Kaligutim (Local Oxytocin) for Induction of Labour Among Pregnant Women in the Government Hospitals in Tamale

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