Traditional remedies to reduce pain and swelling from centipede bites, including:
- Garlic: Crush garlic and apply it to the bite to quickly relieve pain.
- Cockscomb seeds: Chew or crush the seeds, drink the extracted juice, and apply the residue to the bite.
- Purslane: Crush purslane, extract the juice for drinking, and apply the remaining pulp to the wound.
- Shallots: Crush shallots, apply them to the bite, and bandage the area.
- Fresh ginger: Crush ginger, apply it to the bite, and bandage it.
- Chili leaves: Crush chili leaves, apply them to the bite, and bandage the area.
- Mint leaves: Crush mint leaves, apply them to the bite, and bandage it.
The article also emphasizes the importance of monitoring the bite and seeking medical attention if severe symptoms appear.