Evaluation of antibacterial and antioxidant activities of formulated murraya koenigii cream

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Shailaja Dombe and Arti Disale

The aim of present study was to formulate and evaluate the topical drug delivery system of Murraya Koenigii in form of cream. Murraya Koenigii cream was prepared by simple method. Formulated cream was evaluated for physical parameters, viscosity, pH, antibacterial and antioxidant activity. Physical parameters were showed satisfactory results. From antibacterial activity it was found that prepared Batch C of Murraya Koenigii leaves showed 19mm zone of inhibition against tested pathogens. Murraya Koenigii have also significant source of antioxidant, which might be helpful in preventing or slowing the progress of various oxidative stress including diseases. Formulated Batch C of Murraya Koenigii leaves powder showed 12.1% hydrogen peroxide scavenging activity. From above results it was concluded that the formulated herbal cream Batch C have significant antibacterial and antioxidant properties and hence will be better, safe and effective than allopathic medications.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.24327/ijcar.2018.12605.2221
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