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Exploring the pharmacological potential of Moringa oleifera folium in health applications: A review Kadek Rahayu Darma Yanti; Wirawati, Kadek Tania; Ompusunggu, Gabrios Bonauli; Wardani, Luh
Pharmacy Reports Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): Pharmacy Reports
Publisher : Indonesian Young Scientist Group and UPN Veteran Jakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51511/pr.93

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This review synthesizes current knowledge on the therapeutical potential of Moringa oleifera leaf extract in health. M. oleifera has transitioned from traditional medicine to the forefront of scientific investigation due to its exceptional phytochemical diversity and pharmacological versatility. Evidence supporting cardiovascular, metabolic, and renal benefits is assessed, highlighting mechanisms including nitric oxide modulation, anti-adipogenic effects, protein glycation inhibition, and renoprotection in diabetic conditions. The anti-inflammatory properties of M. oleifera are examined across gastrointestinal, neurological, and pulmonary systems, with significant findings in inflammatory bowel disease models, microglial enzyme modulation, and cancer suppression. Recent research on specific bioactive fractions, molecular targets, and signaling pathways provides mechanistic insights into M. oleifera's therapeutic actions. While substantial preclinical evidence supports M. oleifera's potential, it identifies critical research gaps, particularly in clinical validation, standardization, and pharmacokinetics. M. oleifera represents a promising sustainable resource for addressing global health challenges, especially in chronic disease prevention and management.
Recent advances and applications in the antibacterial activity of Piper betle leaf extract Wardani, Luh; Ompusunggu, Gabrios Bonauli; Wirawati, Kadek Tania; Yanti, Kadek Rahayu Darma
Pharmacy Reports Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): Pharmacy Reports
Publisher : Indonesian Young Scientist Group and UPN Veteran Jakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51511/pr.87

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Piper betle leaves contain diverse phytochemicals including phenolics, alkaloids, and flavonoids that demonstrate significant inhibitory effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, particularly Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. The review analyzes extraction methodologies, mechanistic aspects of antimicrobial action, and efficacy against specific pathogens. Applications across multiple domains are explored, including clinical treatments for ocular and dental infections, advanced wound healing systems, food preservation through biodegradable packaging, and functional materials development. Despite promising results, challenges remain in standardization, active compound identification, and delivery system optimization. By synthesizing research from the past five years, this review provides a foundation for future development of P. betle-based antimicrobial applications that may help address the global challenge of antimicrobial resistance.
The pharmacological potential of sappan wood (Caesalpinia sappan L.): A review of recent evidence Wirawati, Kadek Tania; Ompusunggu, Gabrios Bonauli; Wardani, Luh; Yanti, Kadek Rahayu Darma
Pharmacy Reports Vol. 3 No. 3 (2023): Pharmacy Reports
Publisher : Indonesian Young Scientist Group and UPN Veteran Jakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51511/pr.86

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Sappan wood (Caesalpinia sappan L.) has been used in traditional Asian medicine for centuries, but its pharmacological properties have only recently been systematically investigated using modern scientific methods. This review aims to synthesize current research on the pharmacological activities of sappan wood and assess its potential for development into evidence-based therapeutic applications. A systematic literature search following PRISMA 2020 guidelines was conducted in ScienceDirect and PubMed databases using specific keywords. Articles published between 2014-2024 investigating the pharmacological properties of sappan wood were included, yielding nine studies for qualitative analysis. Evidence demonstrates that sappan wood possesses significant anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, wound healing, antidiabetic, and anti-HIV properties. Brazilin emerges as a key bioactive compound, though synergistic effects among multiple constituents enhance certain activities. Multiple mechanisms of action were identified, including inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines, antibacterial effects against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and activation of antioxidant pathways. Sappan wood shows promising potential as a source of natural pharmacological agents with diverse therapeutic applications. Future research should focus on clinical validation, standardization of extracts, and elucidation of molecular mechanisms to facilitate its integration into modern healthcare.