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Heca Journal of Applied Sciences
Published by PT. Heca Sentra Analitika
ISSN : -     EISSN : 29879663     DOI : https://doi.org/10.60084/hjas
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Heca Journal of Applied Sciences is a premier international scientific journal that publishes high quality original research articles, review articles, and case reports in the field of applied sciences. The journal mission is to encourage interdisciplinary research, promote knowledge sharing, and advance the development and application of innovative strategies. Heca Journal of Applied Scien is committed to excellence, relevance, and impact and provides a valuable resource for researchers, practitioners, and academics worldwide. Topics of this journal includes, but not limited to: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, Informatics, Statistics, Marine Sciences, Fisheries Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Medical Sciences, Nursing Sciences, Dentistry, Disaster Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Materials Science, Earth Sciences, Enviromental Sciences, Engineering, and Interdisciplinary research in the field of applied sciences.
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Investigating Scabies Pathogenesis and Therapeutic Potential of Nutmeg Extract in Experimental Animals Erizal, Erizal; Hanafiah, Muhammad; Mudatsir, Mudatsir; Helmi, Teuku Zahrial
Heca Journal of Applied Sciences Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): March 2026 (In Press)
Publisher : Heca Sentra Analitika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.60084/hjas.v4i1.333

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Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is one of Indonesia’s agricultural commodities with recognized health benefits as a traditional medicine. In addition, nutmeg has potential as a natural treatment for scabies. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of nutmeg fruit bioactive compounds in scabies treatment. Nutmeg extraction was conducted using three different solvents: ethanol, ethyl acetate, and n-hexane. The extract with the most dominant phytochemical composition was further analyzed for bioactive compounds using GC-MS and antioxidant activity using the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) assay. Subsequently, the extract was tested against Sarcoptes scabiei mites obtained from 15 stray cats. The effectiveness of nutmeg extract was evaluated in a spray formulation by observing mite mortality and lesion reduction. The results demonstrated that the ethanol extract of nutmeg fruit contained the most abundant phytochemicals, with 3-Methyl-2,5-Furandione (21.26%) and Maleic Anhydride (14.21%) as the dominant compounds. The ethanol extract also exhibited strong antioxidant activity with an IC₅₀ value of 21.41 ppm. In vitro testing showed 100% mite mortality at a 25% extract concentration within 24 hours, while in vivo testing on scabies-infected cats treated with the nutmeg spray extract revealed a significant reduction in scab lesions compared to the control group. These findings indicate that nutmeg extract possesses potent acaricidal and antioxidant properties, making it a promising alternative treatment for scabies. Further studies are required to refine the formulation and explore its clinical applications.

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