Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy Research
Vol 5, No 1

Anti-inflammatory Activity of the Gel Containing a Combination of Neem Leaf Extract and Shallot Extract

Sara Nurmala (Department of Pharmacy, Pakuan University, Bogor)
Moerfiah Moerfiah (Pakuan University)
Restu T. Purnama (Pakuan University)



Article Info

Publish Date
21 Apr 2020

Abstract

Neem leaves (Azadirahcta indica A. Juss) and shallots (Allium cepa L) contain flavonoids that are effective as an antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory. The aim of this study was to determine the effective concentration and the duration of treatment of the anti-inflammatory activity of the gel containing a combination of neem leaf extract and shallot extract. These substances have a similar effect, and it is believed that these combinations may effective as an anti-inflammatory at small doses to reduce the side effects. The animals were randomly divided into 6 groups with 5 rats per group. The rats were wound-induced by incising its back (length 1.5 cm, depth 0.7 mm) and were observed for 8 days. Parameters measured were wound’s closure, color, and healing process. Statistical analysis showed that the most effective concentration as an anti-inflammatory was formula 1 (neem leaf extract 3.125%: shallots extract 4%) with the fastest healing time was 5 days. Thus, this formula is one of the effective treatment options for healing wounds.Keywords: neem leaves, shallots, anti-inflammatory, combination, gel

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Journal Info

Abbrev

pcpr

Publisher

Subject

Medicine & Pharmacology

Description

Pharmacology and Clinical Pharmacy Research (PCPR) is an international, peer-reviewed journal, publishing original research, review, case reports, and commentaries on all aspects of pharmacology and clinical pharmacy. The journal aims to contribute to the scientific committee by publishing the high ...