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Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia
Published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta
ISSN : 14114283     EISSN : 26855062     DOI : https://www.doi.org/10.23917/pharmacon
Core Subject : Health,
Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia is a collection of publication journals, covering all aspects of Pharmaceutical sciences, including Technology of Formulations, Excipients Optimization, Extract and Herbal Standardizations, Pharmacological activity determination on natural sources, Drug Synthesize and Development, Molecular Biology, Antibiotic Screening, Metabolite Profiling and Quantification, Clinical Pharmacy, Health and Environmental issues, published by Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta. We look forward to working with pharmaceutical community of researchers as we are intended to serve as a major resource for pharmaceutical information
Arjuna Subject : Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics - Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics (Lain-Lain)
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In Silico Analysis of Momordica charantia L. as Antidiabetic Agents of GSK-3β Receptors and It's Antioxidant Activity Asri Dwi Endah Dewi Pramesthi; Khairunnisa Khairunnisa; Aurelia Nabilla Zuliet; Melani Pebriana Putri; Paula Mariana Kustiawan
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13447

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Diabetes mellitus is included in the group of degenerative diseases with the highest incidence rate globally. This study was conducted to evaluate the potential of bioactive compounds contained in bitter melon (Momordica charantia L.) as antidiabetic and antioxidant agents using an in silico approach. The methods used include molecular docking simulations, pharmacokinetic and toxicological  analyses were carried out using Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, Excretion, and Toxicology parameters as well as drug suitability tests based on the Lipinski rule of five. The test results showed that bitter melon juice obtained an IC50 of 63.18 μg/ml while vitamin C as a comparison obtained an IC50 of 7.60 μg/ml. The docking results show that the Kaemferol compound has the highest binding affinity (-6.64 Kcal/mol), Quercetin (-6.28 Kcal/mol) and Charantoside I (6.07 Kcal/mol) have stable binding energy, the interaction of charantin, quercetin, kaemferol and charantoside I residues is similar to native ligands such as Valine 135, Cysteine 199, Valine 70 and Lysine 85. Based on the ADMET profile results, the quercetin and kaemferol compounds have high absorption, Caco-2 permeability which supports oral bioavailability, and do not show the ability to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, which indicates safety for the central nervous system, as well as low AMES toxicity and hepatotoxicity. As the conclusion, kaempferol and quercetin compounds have  the potential as GSK-3β inhibitors. Antioxidant activity of bitter melon juice and vitamin C are categorized as strong. Further  research regarding the mechanism of action of Momordica charantia L. as an alternative therapeutic agent in the management of type  2 diabetes is needed. 
Antioxidant Activity, Total Phenolic Content, and Total Flavonoid Content of Methanol Extract of Vernonia elaeagnifolia Leaves Using ABTS and DPPH Assays Asti Arum Sari; Febri Wulandari; Minda Ustavia Adiningsih
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13498

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Vernonia elaeagnifolia, also known as Vernonia elliptica, is a member of the Asteraceae family and is known to contain phenol and flavonoid compounds. The study examining the activity of these active compounds in this plant is limited. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the phytochemical profile, total phenolic content (TPC), total flavonoid content (TFC), and antioxidant activity of the methanol extract of V. elaeagnifolia leaves. Phytochemical screening was conducted using tube tests, while TPC and TFC were measured using the Folin-Ciocalteu and aluminium chloride colorimetric methods, respectively. Antioxidant activity was assessed using ABTS and DPPH assays. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of alkaloids, saponins, flavonoids, and polyphenols in the methanolic extract. Quantitative analysis showed that TPC and TFC values were 81.26 ± 0.62 mg GAE/g and 54.02 ± 0.70 mg QE/g, respectively. The extract showed moderate antioxidant activity, with IC50 values of 139.81 ± 0.62 µg/mL (ABTS) and 166.62 ± 3.72 µg/mL (DPPH), which were significantly different. These findings suggest that the ABTS assay is more effective in evaluating the antioxidant activity of V. elaeagnifolia leaf extract compared to the DPPH assay, and V. elaeagnifolia leaves have potential as a source of natural antioxidants. Further isolation and characterization of active compounds are recommended
Genomics and Network Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Shigella flexneri from Raw Vegetables in Bangladesh for Risk Assessment and Targeted Therapeutic Intervention K M Tanjida Islam; Shahin Mahmud
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13565

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Shigella flexneri increasingly poses a threat to public health in developing nations through the dissemination of multidrug-resistant (MDR) strains via contaminated raw vegetables in urban agriculture systems. Despite extensive characterization of clinical isolates, the mechanistic insights and therapeutic vulnerabilities of food-borne S. flexneri strains from Bangladesh remain underexplored. Therefore, this study aimed to characterize MDR S. flexneri from Bangladeshi raw vegetables retrieved from the NCBI genome database and identify core and essential antibiotic-resistant genes as prioritized therapeutic targets. Whole-genome sequences of four S. flexneri strains isolated from tomatoes and green chilies across Gazipur and Dhaka were retrieved from NCBI GenBank and analyzed through comparative genomics to identify core genes and resistance determinants. Networks were constructed using the STRING database, followed by centrality-based topology analysis to identify hub genes that cross-referenced with the KEGG database and the Database of Essential Genes. Comparative analysis revealed 4273 core genes and 44 antibiotic resistance genes across all strains. Network topology analysis identified eight hub genes (tolC, acrA, emrK, yegO, yjcP, emrB, yjcR, evgS) based on degree, closeness, and betweenness centrality metrics. Five hub genes (tolC, acrA, emrK, emrB, evgS) were classified as essential for bacterial survival, representing critical nodes in efflux-mediated resistance and two-component regulatory systems. These essential hub genes constitute high-priority therapeutic targets whose disruption could compromise multidrug resistance mechanisms and bacterial viability in food-borne S. flexneri. Additionally, to mitigate their dissemination, raising public awareness on MDR pathogens from raw vegetables is recommended. 
Drug Repurposing In Modern Drug Discovery: Role of In Silico Study K.M. Tanjida Islam
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13698

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Despite substantial pharmaceutical investments of approximately $50 billion annually, modern drug discovery yields only 20-25 new approvals, with traditional development requiring 12-15 years and success rates below 10%. Contemporary challenges, including high clinical failure rates, prolonged timelines, and limited preclinical predictive capacity, represent the current therapeutic debacle of de novo drug development. To address this critical scenario, drug repurposing is an appealing strategy for identifying novel therapeutic applications from existing approved drugs. However, traditional repurposing relies on serendipitous observations or resource-intensive screenings. In contrast, in silico drug repurposing is an emerging, hypothesis-driven approach leveraging big data, artificial intelligence, machine learning, multi-omics analysis, and network pharmacology to predict drug-target interactions and therapeutic efficacy cost-effectively. Additionally, repurposing approaches, including in silico techniques, reduce development timelines to 3-12 years with enhanced success rates of approximately 25%, with 30% of FDA-approved drugs originating from repurposing initiatives. Therefore, computational drug repurposing substantially improves therapeutic development efficiency while requiring rigorous experimental validation for clinical translation. Here, we will review in silico methodologies exploited for drug repurposing across oncology, infectious diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, metabolic disorders, and pandemic threats, alongside computational pharmacology assessment tools to address how the implementation of current in silico options can accelerate the robust drug repurposing opportunities.
Chemical profile of Leaves of Magana and NASE3 Varieties of Manihot esculentum Crantz Harvested from Bukedea District, Eastern Uganda Joweria Kayendeke; Jamilu Edrisa Ssenku; Cabral Bilal Kibedi; Abdul Walusansa; Erindyah Retno Wikantyasning; Morita Sari
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13791

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Cassava leaves are widely consumed worldwide, particularly in the Bukedea district of Uganda, for food, medicine, and fodder. The existing correlation between high cassava leaf consumption and organ toxicity and failure remains poorly established within the Bukedea district.  This investigation aimed to evaluate the phytochemical composition and toxicity profiles of cassava leaves consumed in the Bukedea District.  An ethnobotanical survey was conducted among 60 participants selected from three villages in Bukedea, using a pretested questionnaire and an interview guide.  The qualitative and quantitative phytochemical compositions of the ethanolic and aqueous extracts of NASE3 and Magana varieties were determined by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC).  Results were analyzed using R version 4.3.2 and presented as mean ± SD in tables, Graphical HPLC reports, and figures generated by GraphPad Prism @9.00.  An ethno-botanical survey revealed that NASE3 and Magana are the most commonly consumed varieties of cassava leaves, and highlighted their side effects.  Qualitatively, Magana had significantly more phytochemicals than NASE3, which mainly consisted of toxic compounds (p < 0.0001).  According to quantitative HPLC graphic reports, Magana had higher phytochemical concentrations than NASE3 (p < 0.0001).  No significant difference (p = 0.62-1.00, p > 0.0001) in the mean concentration of the same phytochemical ingredient between the two extracts of each cassava leaf variety was exhibited. In conclusion, communities in Bukedea District are vulnerable to toxic phytochemicals from consuming NASE3 and Magana cassava leaves.  Further studies on sub-acute and sub-chronic toxicity, the development of non-toxic cassava varieties, and chemical characterization are warranted.
Fruit and Vegetable Wastes: Review of Nutritional Composition, Antimicrobial Potential, and Sustainable Applications in Malaysia Ruma Poddar; Jayasree S Kanathasan; Idris Adewale Ahmed
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13799

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Food waste, particularly from fruits and vegetables, represents a major environmental, economic, and social challenge worldwide. Fruit and vegetable peels, seeds, and trimmings are typically discarded, despite being rich in essential nutrients, dietary fibers, bioactive compounds, and minerals. Recent research highlights their potential as renewable resources for nutraceuticals, bioenergy, edible films, and antimicrobial agents. In Malaysia, the rapid expansion of the agro-industrial sector has increased fruit waste generation, especially from highly consumed products such as mango, watermelon, and rambutan. This paper reviews the proximate composition of common fruit and vegetable wastes and their potential applications in addressing food security, antimicrobial resistance, and sustainable waste management. The role of computational bioinformatics, molecular docking, and nanotechnology in enhancing the utilization of bioactive compounds from food waste is also discussed. The study underscores the importance of integrating proximate analysis with innovative biotechnological strategies to reduce municipal solid waste while contributing to public health and sustainable development goals.
Medication Adherence and Quality of Life in Patients With Depression at Psychiatric Hospital in Surakarta, Indonesia Tri Yulianti; Dinda Caesaria Adha
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 22 No. 2 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v22i2.13964

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Non-adherence to depression treatment may result in elevated risk of disease development, morbidity, and premature mortality, along with a deterioration in quality of life. This study is to investigate the correlation between medication adherence and quality of life among patients with depression receiving treatment in a psychiatric hospital in Surakarta, Indonesia. This cross-sectional quantitative study on depression was undertaken at the Psychiatric Hospital in Surakarta from March to June 2025. The instruments employed were the MARS-10 and WHOQoL-BREF questionnaires, both of which were translated into Indonesian. Spearman’s rho was used to assess the correlation between medication adherence and quality-of-life ratings. SPSS 29 was used to analyse, with a p-value < 0.05 deemed significant. Of the 110 patients who participated, the majority were aged 18-35 years (51.8%), female (51.8%), had 12 years of education or more (62.7%), and were unmarried (57.3%). A majority were employed (59.1%), received treatment for 6-12 months (46.4%), and exhibited no comorbidities (90.9%). The mean treatment adherence score among patients was 8.15 ± 2.02. Sixty-three patients (57.3%) demonstrated good adherence to their medication. The correlation test results between treatment adherence and the quality of life in patients with depression indicated a statistically significant relationship (p < 0.001; r = 0.550). Increased adherence to medication correlates positively with improved quality of life in patients suffering from depression.
High Performance Liquid Chromatography Validation of Isoniazid Analysis Method in 2 Fixed-Dose Combination Dispersible Tablet Lia Puspitasari; Chyntia Yoane Putri; Saiful Bahri; Putri Kharisma Novita Sari; Fitrawan Hernuza Pribadi; Akbar Eka Nugraha
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 23 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v23i1.6912

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Tuberculosis (TB) is a severe disease that causes significant morbidity and mortality worldwide, including in children. Combination therapy of isoniazid and rifampicin (two-fixed drug combination (2 FDC)) is recommended for children in the advanced stage, based on body weight. The dissolving test requirements for producing two FDC dispersible tablets, however, are not listed in the Indonesian Pharmacopoeia or other standard book. Because the only method of analysis presently in use is the ratio of the outcomes of the rifampicin and isoniazid dissolutions in the capsules, new methods of analysis must be developed and validated for dispersible tablets. This research aims to develop analytical methods for determining isoniazid levels in 2 FDC dispersible tablet formulations. The method uses High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with a C18 column (4.6 mm x 250 mm, 5 µm) and UV-Vis detectors at 254 nm. The mobile phase is Water:Phosphate Buffer:Methanol (850:50:10), which is delivered at a flow rate of 1.5 ml/min. The validation parameter test results in correlation coefficients (r) 0.9995, LOD 0,00038724 mg/mL, LOQ 0.00117346 mg/mL, % recovery 99.51% in the accuracy test, and %RSD 0.41% in the precision tests. The results of the selectivity tests show that this method is selective, as no other drugs respond at the same time as isoniazid. Based on the validation parameters and the determination of isoniazid level, it was determined that the HPLC method may be used to determine the amount of isoniazid in the 2 FDC dispersible tablet formulation resulting from the dissolution test.
Article Review: Herbs for Bone Growth Process Annisa Rizky; Berna Elya; Fadilah Fadilah
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 23 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v23i1.7584

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The process of bone growth occurs rapidly in childhood and stops when entering the puberty phase. Currently, stunted bone growth, known as stunting, is a health problem in the world. There is no drug that can specifically help bone growth. Likewise, the use of herbal plants for bone growth is still limited, so further research needs to be carried out to explore plants that have benefits to help increase bone growth. For this reason, the aim of writing this review article is as a basis for identifying herbal plants that can influence bone growth. So that the active compounds in related herbal plants can be developed to make new herbal medicinal products for stunted bone growth. Literature was searched using the scientific databases ScienceDirect, Pubmed, MDPI using several keywords "herbal medicine for bones" and "osteogenic activity in herbal plants". The results obtained were 18 articles that met the inclusion criteria. From these 18 articles, 11 active compounds were obtained, namely Osthole, Levistolide A, Calycosin-7-O-β-glucoside, Cistanoside A, Icariin, Naringenin, Wedelolactone, Ugonin L, Ligustroflavone, Ginsenosides, Puerarin which have the potential to help the bone growth process.
Unveiling the Antibacterial Activity and Phytochemical Screening of Extract and Fractions from Berebat (Spatholobus ferrugineus) Stem Erwi Putri Setyaningsih; Saiful Bahri; Rina Aryati
Pharmacon: Jurnal Farmasi Indonesia Vol. 23 No. 1 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23917/pharmacon.v23i1.7592

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Berebat (Spatholobus ferrugineus) is a plant that grows in East Belitung, and has been used empirically by local people to treat sprue mouth, but scientific evidence supporting its antibacterial activity is still limited. This study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of Berebat stem extract and fractions and to identify the most active solvent fraction. The dried stem powder was macerated with 96% ethanol, and the concentrated extract was then fractionated using n-hexane and ethyl acetate . Phytochemical screening was performed to identify secondary metabolites in the extract and fractions. The antibacterial activity was tested against Streptococcus sanguinis using the disc diffusion method at concentrations of 5%, 15%, 25%, 35%, and 45%, with 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate as a positive control and 10% DMSO as a negative control. Phytochemical screening showed that flavonoids and tannins were present in the crude extract and both fractions, while saponins were absent in the n-hexane fraction and triterpenoids were absent in the ethyl acetate fraction. Berebat stem extract and fractions have antibacterial activity against Streptococcus sanguinis at 5%, 15%, 25%, 35%, and 45%. The ethyl acetate fraction showed the highest antibacterial activity, with an inhibition zone of 16.53 mm at 45% concentration, close to the positive control of 16.64 mm. Statistical analysis using the Kruskal–Wallis test revealed a significant difference in antibacterial activity among the ethanol extract, n-hexane fraction, and ethyl acetate fraction (p < 0.001).

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