Spreadability Value Research Articles

Utilization of black cumin (Nigella sativa L.) cake proteins as a sustainable food ingredient: A comparative study with commercial proteins for antioxidant, techno-functional and vegan cheese properties

This study aimed to compare the antioxidant, techno-functional and vegan cheese properties of black cumin cake protein concentrate (BPC) with those of commercial proteins. The BPC (63% protein, w/w) showed greater antioxidant potential (TEAC: 247 μmol Trolox/g; ORAC: 211 μmol Trolox/g; iron chelation capacity: 35.5 μmol Trolox/g) than potato protein isolate (PPI), but comparable antioxidant potential with soy protein isolate (SPI). The BPC had slightly lower water binding capacity (7 g/g) than SPI (8.8 g/g), but 1.7 and 1.9-fold higher oil binding capacity (5.4 g/g) than PPI and SPI, respectively. All proteins showed similar emulsion capacity (EC) and stability (ES) at high protein concentrations (≥1%), but BPC showed the highest EC and ES at low protein concentrations (≤0.5%). BPC showed higher least gelling concentration (LGC: 14%) than PPI and SPI (LGCs for both 10%). However, the texture profile analysis showed that the heat-induced gels of BPC were firm but easily chewable. Moreover, BPC gels showed the highest springiness and resilience. The BPC-based spreadable vegan cheese was softer (firmness: 5.52 N), more easily spreadable (spreadability value: 6.23 N s), but less adhesive and sticky than SPI- and PPI-based spreadable vegan cheeses. SPI-based cheese showed the highest viscoelastic moduli followed by PPI and BPC with similar viscoelastic moduli. SPI-based cheese demonstrated the most favorable sensory properties, but BPC showed acceptable overall sensory properties. This work proved that black cumin proteins could be utilized to novel spreadable black vegan cheese. Further studies are needed to develop novel black-colored vegan food such as black milk, ice-cream, sausage, cake, crackers etc.

Variables Affecting In-Vitro Evaluation of Loxoprofen Sodium Topical Emulgel

Although topical preparations like creams, ointments, and gels were used for many years to achieve local or sometimes systemic effects, they have many limitations mostly the inability to control the release of medications. In this research, a new emulgel preparation of loxoprofen sodium was formulated as a suitable alternative possessing the properties of both emulsion and gel preparation making it suitable to prolong the release of the hydrophilic drug. For this reason, five different emulgel formulas were prepared using different percentages of liquid paraffin (5%,10%), tween 80 & span 80 emulsifier mixture (2.5%, 5%), and xanthan gum (1%, 2%). The formulations were evaluated for their physicochemical, rheological, and spreading properties, in addition to content uniformity and in-vitro release properties. Furthermore, the optimum selected emulgel formula was subjected to a skin irritation test, stability, and compatibility study besides an in-vitro release comparison with the marketed Loxonin® gel. The result of all formulated emulgels showed excellent homogeneity, consistency with no phase separation and accepted pH (6.12±0.76 to 6.51±0.92), and content uniformity (99.02±0.45 to 99.48±1.49). Moreover, all the formulas showed a thixotropic shear-thinning behavior with the optimum formula F3 exhibiting the highest spreadability value of (8.3±0.1 cm), and the highest extent of drug liberated after 6 hours (94.81±1.30 %). Additionally, the selected loxoprofen emulgel F3 showed no irritation to human skin, and no significant change upon storage at 4±2°C and 25±2°C with acceptable compatibility. Eventually, the selected formula displayed a slower rate of loxoprofen release than the marketed gel, a result that proves the effectiveness of the newly formulated loxoprofen emulgel for a prolonged release giving better patient compliance.

Dosage Evaluation and Antioxidant Activity Test of Lotion of Ethanol Extract of Belimbing Wuluh Leaf (Averrhoa Bilimbi L.)

<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p><em>This study aims to make and evaluate the lotion formula from ethanol extract of star fruit leaves (Averrhoa bilimbi L.) and test the antioxidant activity of the lotion. The research method used is experimental, making lotions and testing antioxidant activity from July to October 2023 at the Semi-Solid Preparation Technology Laboratory, Department of Pharmacy, Poltekkes Kemenkes Medan, and Research Laboratory, University of North Sumatra. In the preparation stage, star fruit leaf simplisia was extracted by maceration using a 95% ethanol solvent. The lotion formula was made with ingredients such as PEG 4000, stearyl alcohol, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate, coconut oil, nipagin, and distillate water, with varying concentrations of ethanol extract of star fruit leaves. The formulation was evaluated through organoleptic, homogeneity, pH, spreadability, and viscosity tests. The results showed that the lotion produced had a homogeneous shape and aroma to the concentration of ethanol extract. In addition, the pH of the lotion is also within the safe range for human skin. The spreadability test showed the lotion's ability to spread on the skin, which met the requirements for lotions with spreadability values between 5 and 7 cm. The viscosity of the lotion was also by the set standards. Stability tests were conducted to monitor the physical and chemical changes of the lotion over four weeks. The results showed that lotions with 1% and 3% ethanol extract concentrations were stable during the study period. However, the 5% concentration experienced inhomogeneity changes in the third week. In conclusion, lotion with ethanol extract of star fruit leaves at 1% and 3% concentration can produce a good and stable formula. However, the antioxidant activity of the lotion is still in the weak to moderate category. This research contributes to developing plant-based natural cosmetic products for skin care.</em><em></em></p><p><em> </em></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div><p><strong><em>Keywords: Antioxidant Activity, Belimbing Wuluh, Ethanol Extract, Evaluation, Lotion</em></strong></p>

Development of Emulgel product from Standardized Dengen Steam Bark Extract (Dillenia serrata)

One of the endemic plants of the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia is the Dengen plant (Dillenia serrata). One part of this plant that is claimed by the public as a treatment for vomiting blood is the bark because the stem bark contains polyphenolic compounds which are efficacious as antioxidants and sunscreens. Based on the results of the study, Dengen stem bark extract (EKBD) has been standardized and in accordance the requirements so that the extract can be formulated in pharmaceutical dosage forms, one of which is a cosmetic preparation in the form of an emulgel. This study aims to see the effect of the addition of EKBD on the physical quality of emulgel preparations and to obtain a stable emulgel product containing standardized EKBD with an accelerated storage process using variations of the gelling agent, namely carbopol 940 and CMC sodium. There are two base variations, namely the Carbopol base with a concentration of 0.25%, 0.5%, 1% with the addition of 1:1 TEA; and CMC sodium base with concentrations of 1%, 2% and 3%. Furthermore, the base and extract are combined until homogeneous. Tests include organoleptic test, pH test, viscosity test, spread ability test, adhesion test and emulsion type test. In organoleptic testing, F1 of both bases showed inhomogeneity and watery texture. In the pH test, both bases F3 did not meet the skin pH requirements. In the viscosity test, F1 on both bases was significantly different before and after storage (p<0.05). In the spread ability test, statistically, all formulas F1, F2 and F3 on both bases showed a value of p>0.05, which means there was no significant difference in the spreadability values before storage and after accelerated storage. In the adhesion test, F3 on the Carbopol base showed a significant difference (p<0.05). In the emulsion type test, both basic formulas had a oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion type. Based on the results of data analysis, the addition of EKBD affected the pH and viscosity of the EKBD emulgel and the formula that met the requirements was formula F2 based on CMC sodium, is a concentration of 2%.

PENGARUH VARIASI KONSENTRASI SETIL ALKOHOL SEBAGAI EMULSIFYING AGENT PADA SEDIAAN LOTION EKSTRAK LIDAH BUAYA (Aloe vera (L.) Burm. f)

Lotion is a liquid emulsion consisting of an aqueous phase and an oil phase that is stabilized by an emulsifying agent and contains one or more active ingredients. The use of cetyl alcohol as an emulsifying agent was selected because of its properties as a softener, emulsifier, and absorbing water. Cetyl alcohol can increase the stability of the consistency and improve the texture. This study aims to determine the effect of concentration variations in cetyl alcohol on the physical properties of aloe vera extract lotion. The research design used in this study is a pre-experimental preparation formula lotion that was divided into 3 sample groups with different concentrations of cetyl alcohol, namely (2%), (3%), and (4%). Then the sample will be tested for physical properties including organoleptic tests (color, texture, flavor), pH test, spreadability test, and viscosity test, homogeneity test. The research results showed that variations in cetyl alcohol concentrations affected the physical properties of the preparations organoleptic texture, and viscosity. Lotion preparations do not affect organoleptic color, flavor, pH, and homogeneity. Formulation with concentration variation of 3% cetyl alcohol had good physical properties and met the criteria including organoleptic testing with a milky white color, slightly viscous texture, strong jasmine flower flavor, pH value of 7.16 ± 0.34, spreadability value 6.99cm ± 0.18, viscosity value 31.6 dPas ± 2.88, and homogeneous. 
 
 Keywords: lotion, cetyl alcohol, Aloe vera

Formulation Development and In-Vitro Evaluation of Transferosomal Gel of Mometasone Furoate

The main aim of the study is to formulate and evaluate transferosomal gel formulation for effective topical delivery of Mometasone furoate. The transferosomes was prepared using thin film hydration technique by various proportions of Soya phosphatidylcholine, tween 80. The drug was encapsulated into eight different Transferosomal formulations from F1-F8. The optimized formulation F4 showed small particle size (152.48 nm), entrapment efficiency % EE of 87.16%, zeta potential of -32mV, 0.252 PDI and % Cumulative Drug Release of (97.14%). SEM of optimized Transferosome appeared as spherical, well identified, Unilamellar vesicles. The optimized formulation of Transferosomes was further formulated to transferosomal gel with Carbopol-940 (0.2 to 0.8% w/w), HPMC k15 (0.2 to 0.8% w/w), Propylene glycol, Triethanolamine and Isopropyl alcohol. Among these, F4 formulation with Carbopol-940 0.8%w/w transferosomal gel is the optimized transferosomal gel and showed Spreadability value 0.229±0.01gm.cm/sec, pH value 5.8. The actual drug content of the Transferosomal gel was found to be 98.90%, which represents good content uniformity. The viscosity of optimized Transferosomal gel was found to 55417cps. The percentage drug release for Transferosomal gel was 98.22%. And the formulation was stable throughout the stability studies. This research suggests that Mometasone Furoate loaded transferosomal gel can be potentially used as a transdermal drug delivery system for effective topical delivery.
 Keywords: Mometasone Furoate, Transfersomes, Soya phosphatidyl choline and Tween 80.

Improving the quality of sterilised silkworm (Bombyx mori) pupae fortified chicken bread spread using different binders

Abstract This study aimed to improve the quality of sterilised chicken bread spread (S-BS) fortified with silkworm pupae using binders (soy protein isolate (SP) and sodium caseinate (SC)). The characteristics of pasteurised chicken bread spread (P-BS) and S-BS were studied. S-BS was browner than P-BS, as indicated by the higher b* value. The higher total expressible fluid (TEF) in S-BS resulted in lower stickiness and spreadability values than those in P-BS, resulting in lower scores for appearance, taste, and overall preference for S-BS. Optimised types (SP and SC) and levels (0% (control), 1%, 2%, 3%, and 4%) of binders for improving S-BS quality were evaluated. The TEF of S-BS significantly decreased with increased SP and SC levels (). SP showed a higher capacity to reduce TEF in S-BS than SC. Increased binder levels resulted in higher shear resistance during compression than the control sample, as indicated by the higher firmness, stickiness, and spreadability. The scores for appearance, colour, texture, and overall preference of S-BS with SC were higher than those of the sample with SP. The suitable binder level was 2% to improve the S-BS quality. The highest preference was shown for S-BS with 2% SC for all sensory attributes.

Cosmetic Serum Loaded Arabica Coffee (Coffea arabica) Extract: Formulation and Antioxidant Study

Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica) is a natural antioxidant that can be used in the prevention of skin aging. This study was conducted to determine the comparison of variations in the composition of HPMC, CMC-Na, and Carbomer in the optimum formula of arabica coffee serum, then to determine the physical properties of the preparation, as well as the IC50 value ofarabica coffee extract and arabica coffee serum in the DPPH test. Arabica coffee extract was obtained by maceration method using 70% ethanol. Determination of the optimum formula of arabica coffee serum using the Simplex Lattice Design method. The optimum formula of arabica coffee serum was evaluated for physical properties including organoleptic test, homogeneity test, pH test, spreadability test, and adhesion test. The antioxidant activity of arabica coffee extract and the optimum formula of arabica coffee serum was tested using the DPPH method. Data analysis used SPSS One sample T-test statistics. The results showed that the composition variation of HPMC, CMC-Na, and Carbomer in the optimum formula of arabica coffee serum using the Simplex Lattice Design method was 0.1%:0.8%:0.1%. The resulting predicted values are a pH value of 4.88 and a spreadability value of 7.95 cm. The optimum formula of arabica coffee serum has the physical properties of the preparation, namely brown color, coffee aroma, light texture, a cool sensation when applied to the skin, homogeneous, has a spreadability of 7.93 cm, stickiness of 1 second, and pH value of 4.9. The IC50 value of arabica coffee extract and the optimum formula of arabica coffee serum are 8.13 ppm and 250 ppm. The results of the SPSS One sample T-test statistical analysis showed that there was no significant difference between the prediction response and the results of the optimum formula evaluation.

Formulation and Physical Stability of Temulawak (Curcuma xanthorhiza Roxb.) Antiaging Lotion with Natural Colorant from Strawberry Extract (Fragaria vesca L)

Skin protection is needed to reduce the unwanted effects of free radicals, such as antiaging lotions. Temulawak (Curcuma xanthorhiza Roxb.) contains curcumin which has antioxidant activity with the potential to antiaging. Strawberries (Fragaria vesca L) contain anthocyanins known used as natural dyes. This study aims to determine the antioxidant activity of temulawak extract then formulated as a lotion with the addition of natural colorant from strawberries and tested for physical stability. Curcuma extraction was carried out by maceration using 70% ethanol solvent to obtain a thick extract, infundation method was used to extract a strawberry. Determination of the antioxidant activity of temulawak extract using the DPPH method is expressed by the IC50 value. The antioxidant activity of temulawak extract is included in the moderate category with an IC50 value of 144.126 ppm. Evaluation of physical quality characteristics of temulawak lotion with natural colorant strawberry included organoleptic observations, spreadability, adhesion, pH test, viscosity, emulsion stability as well as stability to temperature and humidity. The results of the study after temperature and humidity treatment showed that the temulawak lotion was in the form of semi-solid, pink in color, the spreadability values were, respectively in centimeter 7.95 ; 7.35 ; 6.8 ; 7.05 ; 5.45 ; 5.85 ; 5.25 ; and 5.5 , the adhesive values are respectively in second 0.52 ; 0.56 ; 0.46 ; 0.51 ; 0.52 ; 0.50 ; 0.82 ; and 0.48, the pH value are 7; 6; 7; 7; 7; 7; 7; and 7, the viscosity values are in Pa.S 0.017; 0.031; 0.113; 0.055; 0.352; 0.263; 0.18; and 0.324. The conclusion of this study shows best formulation stability was formulas E, F, and H.

Formulasi Sediaan Masker Peel Off dari Ekstrak Buah Alpukat (Persea Americana Mill.) dengan Variasi Konsentrasi Polivinil Alkohol (PVA)

Face mask peel off is a skin care product that when applied to the skin will dry out which can be peeled off from the skin of the face. Avocado Flesh (Persea americana Mill.) has powerful antioxidants that can be used in moisturizing and anti-aging products. This study aims to produce mask preparations to peel off gel from avocado fruit extract (Persea americana Mill.) to moisturize facial skin. This study used the maceration method to obtain a thick extract from avocado fruit. Mask formulation peel off made in a variety of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) bases, namely 10% (F1), 12% (F2) and 14% (F3) as a film-forming agent. The evaluation is based on physical parameters including organoleptic, homogeneity, spreadability, pH, viscosity, flow properties, drying time and measurement of facial skin moisture levels. The evaluation results on the pH test, homogeneity and drying time showed that all formulas met the standard parameters, namely the PVA pH test 10% = 6.46; PVA 12% = 6.4; PVA 14% = 6.35, in the long test the drying time of 10% PVA = 18.97 minutes; PVA 12% = 20.82 minutes; and 14% PVA = 24.66 minutes. Meanwhile, in the organoleptic test,viscosity, the three formulas were pharmaceutically unstable, namely in the organoleptic test the three formulas experienced a change in consistency, in the spreadability test the spreadability value of PVA 10% = 5.41; PVA 12% = 4.75; PVA 14% = 4.03, in the viscosity test of the three formulas after forced conditions = E (error: the viscosity value exceeds the maximum limit of the viscometer). Based on the results of the facial skin moisture test, it shows that Avocado fruit extract with a concentration of 0.6% can provide effectiveness as a moisturizer for facial skin.

Optimasi formula krim body scrub ekstrak lamun (Enhalus acoroides) terenkapsulasi

Body scrub cream is used to clean and nourish the skin. Several illegal creams were reported to contain harmful chemicals. Some plant extracts can replace chemical compounds because they can lighten the skin. Enhalus acoroides is one of the seagrass species that is widely distributed in Indonesia. Leaf extract of E. acoroides was found to contain phenolic, tannin, and flavonoid. Due to the bioactive compounds in the E. acoroides extract can be added to cosmetic products such as body scrub cream. This study aimed to analyze the effect of the addition of encapsulated E. acoroides extract on the characteristics of the body scrub cream and determined the concentration of the encapsulated E. acoroides extract, which produced the best body scrub cream. The extraction was done using chloroform: ethanol (9:1) and encapsulation using maltodextrin and tween. The body scrub cream was made in two phases, the oil phase and the water phase. The concentrations of the encapsulated E. acoroides extract tested were 0%, 0.5%, 1%, 1.5%, 2%, 2.5%. The characteristics evaluated were homogeneity, pH, viscosity, spreadability, stickiness, IC50, and organoleptic test for color and scent. The results showed that the body scrubs were homogenous. The pH values were 5.43-6.66, and viscosity was 34400-46400cp which are in the range of SNI for cosmetic products. The spreadability values were 4.03-5.5cm, and stickiness was 4.8-6.91sec. The antioxidant capacity (IC50) ranged from 147.38 to 157.64 ppm, and the overall acceptance scores were 5 to 6.80. Based on the effectivity index and statistical analyses of physical-chemical characteristics, the best concentration of encapsulated E. acoroides extract was 2%. These findings indicate the potential of encapsulated E. acoroides extracts to improve skin health.

Does Trigonelline Help Skin Tone? Molecular Docking Studies of Trigonelline on the Human Tyrosinase, Formulation, Optimization and Characterization of an Emulgel Containing Trigonella foenum-graecum L. fenugreek Standardized Hydroalcoholic Extract.

This study aimed to perform molecular docking studies to identify possibilities of the inhibitory potential of the trigonelline present in fenugreek seeds on the human tyrosinase, standardize fenugreek extract, formulate, and characterize an emulgel containing fenugreek extract-entrapped niosomal vesicles. The docking study was performed using AutoDock software. The extract was standardized by the RP-HPLC method. Emulgels containing fenugreek extract and fenugreek extract-entrapped niosomes were optimized by the D-optimal method. In vitro characterization and stability studies were also carried out. The lowest energy docked poses of trigonelline on the human tyrosinase complex was calculated -5.8 kcal/mol. Also, in vitro assessment of the tyrosinase inhibitory effect of trigonelline and comparison of IC50 values of trigonelline and kojic acid revealed that the enzyme inhibition efficacy of trigonelline was stronger than that of kojic acid. Optimization led to emulgels with desired viscosity, droplet size, and spreadability values. The release study showed that trigonelline was released from the niosomes at a lower rate compared to extract containing emulgel. Permeation investigations revealed that trigonelline in niosomes has a higher ability to permeate through the skin. In conclusion, in silico and in vitro studies have shown that trigonelline can be assumed as an appropriate candidate for developing new cosmetic preparations and nonionic surfactant vesicles help trigonelline to permeate through the skin to a higher extent. However, clinical trials should be performed to confirm these findings.

Formulation and evaluation of Lamivudine transferosomal gel

Aim and objective: The aim of the study was to formulate and evaluate Transferosomal gel of lamivudine.
 Method:Lamivudine transferosomes was prepared using thin film hydration method taking span 80, Polyoxyethylene lauryl ether in different proportion. the formulation was characterised by UV spectroscopy, FTIR, in-vitro drug release, gel evaluations.
 Results: Total nine formulations were formulated and optimised formulation F3 showed entrapment efficiency EE (91.17), %CDR (96.12) and small particle size (98.19 nm). SEM of optimized lamivudine Transferosomes appeared as spherical, well identified, unilamellar vesicles. The optimized formulation of Transferosomes was further formulated to gel with Poloxamer 407 gel 0.5%, 1% and 2% w/w ,HPMC k15, Propylene glycol, DMSO. Among these F3 formulation with Poloxamer 407 2%w/w transferosomal gel is the optimised transferosmal gel and showed Spreadability value 6.01±0.12 cm, pH value 5.01 ±0.47. The actual drug content of the Transferosomal gel was found to be 97.29 ±0.66%, which represents good content uniformity. The viscosity of lamivudine Transferosomal gel is found to 5960 ±0.75cps. The percentage drug release for lamivudine Transferosomal gel is 97.31 %. stability studies showed that Transferosomal gel is more stable at 4˚C when compared to other temperatures. The future scope of the study is to perform the In Vivo studies to evaluate the potency of the prepared formulation.
 Keywords: Lamivudine Transferosomal gel, Transferosomes, Topical, Anti-viral drug, Thin Film Hydration Technique.

Formulation and evaluation of Lamivudine transferosomal gel

Aim and objective: The aim of the study was to formulate and evaluate Transferosomal gel of lamivudine.
 Method:Lamivudine transferosomes was prepared using thin film hydration method taking span 80, Polyoxyethylene lauryl ether in different proportion. the formulation was characterised by UV spectroscopy, FTIR, in-vitro drug release, gel evaluations.
 Results: Total nine formulations were formulated and optimised formulation F3 showed entrapment efficiency EE (91.17), %CDR (96.12) and small particle size (98.19 nm). SEM of optimized lamivudine Transferosomes appeared as spherical, well identified, unilamellar vesicles. The optimized formulation of Transferosomes was further formulated to gel with Poloxamer 407 gel 0.5%, 1% and 2% w/w ,HPMC k15, Propylene glycol, DMSO. Among these F3 formulation with Poloxamer 407 2%w/w transferosomal gel is the optimised transferosmal gel and showed Spreadability value 6.01±0.12 cm, pH value 5.01 ±0.47. The actual drug content of the Transferosomal gel was found to be 97.29 ±0.66%, which represents good content uniformity. The viscosity of lamivudine Transferosomal gel is found to 5960 ±0.75cps. The percentage drug release for lamivudine Transferosomal gel is 97.31 %. stability studies showed that Transferosomal gel is more stable at 4˚C when compared to other temperatures. The future scope of the study is to perform the In Vivo studies to evaluate the potency of the prepared formulation.
 Keywords: Lamivudine Transferosomal gel, Transferosomes, Topical, Anti-viral drug, Thin Film Hydration Technique.

Madecassoside and Asiaticoside-Loaded Film-Forming Polymeric Solutions Based on Hypromellose E5 and Eudragit® NE 30D

The aim of this work was to prepare and evaluate the physicochemical properties of film-forming polymeric solutions containing madecassoside and asiaticoside. The stability and in vitro release were also investigated. Hypromellose E5 and Eudragit® NE 30D were used as film-forming agents. Glycerin was used as a plasticizer. Ethanol is used as a solvent and for shortening film drying. The best formulations composed of 5 % hypromellose E5, glycerin, ethanol, and Centella asiatica Cosmélène® in the ratio of 60:20:20:10 (Formulation 11) or 60:20:10:10 (Formulation 12) w/w. It could form a complete film after being applied to the skin within 10 - 15 min. The pH, viscosity, and spreadability values were 7.9, 23.7 cP, 25.1 g·cm2/s, for Formulation 11, and 7.9, 27.1 cP, and 23.4 g·cm2/s, for Formulation 12, respectively. They were stable for at least 6 months. Both formulations released only 13 % of madecassoside and 14 -15 % of asiaticoside to the phosphate buffer pH 7.4. In conclusion, the developed FFPS could be used as the delivery system for madecassoside and asiaticoside for skin application. HIGHLIGHTS The best film-forming polymeric solution formulation composed of 5 % hypromellose E5, glycerin, ethanol, and Centella asiatica Cosmélène® in the mass ratio of 60: 20: 20 (or 10): 10, respectively The developed film-forming polymeric solution was stable for at least six months at various temperatures The low content of madecassoside and asiaticoside released from the formulation was observed GRAPHICAL ABSTRACT

Antimicrobial investigation, Formulation and Evaluation of Andrographis paniculata aqueous herbal cream for topical application

Herbal plants contain substances of medicinal values or precursors for synthesis of important drugs, however, not much have been done in terms of standardization and effective delivery system. Various routes can be employed to deliver herbs, but the topical route is the safest. In this study, aqueous and ethanolic extractions of Andrographis paniculata were carried out. Antimicrobial screening of the extract before and after incorporation into cream base was carried out using standard antimicrobial agents as positive control. Formulated creams were evaluated for organoleptic properties, pH, spreadability, viscosity and stability. Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans were used for the sensitivity studies. Percentage yield for ethanolic and aqueous extracts were 17.5%w/w and 13.33%w/w respectively. Both microbes were sensitive to pure ethanolic extract and creams formulated from ethanolic extract, but resistant to aqueous extract. Zones of inhibition for the ethanolic extract ranged from 7.33 ± 0.58 mm to 14.00 ± 0.00 mm (Candida albicans) and 6.00 ± 1.00 mm to 12.33 ± 0.58 mm (Staphylococcus aureus). Minimum Inhibitory Concentrations, MICs, were 25 mg/mL and 200 mg/mL for Candida albicans and Staphylococcus aureus respectively. The MIC for the formulated cream (15% w/w) was 150 mg/mL for both organisms. The pH of formulated creams ranged from 5.54 to 6.84; the viscosity, 18,800 to 60,500 mPas. The spreadability values were between 37.5 ± 0 and 75.0 ± 0.2 g.cm/s. All formulated creams were stable. Thus herbal creams formulated from Andrographis paniculata ethanolic extract retained the antimicrobial properties of the extract and as such can be applied topically for the treatment of skin diseases involving these microorganisms.

APPLICATION D-OPTIMAL METHOD ON THE OPTIMIZATION OF FORMULATION OF KINTAMANI ARABICA COFFEE GEL (Coffea arabica L.)

Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica L.) kintamani is a superior agricultural product from Bali. Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica L.) contains many compounds, one of which is caffeine which is beneficial for health and beauty. This study aims to formulate kintamani arabica coffee beans into a gel dosage form. The optimization formula of kintamani arabica coffee bean gel was made using the D-Optimal method using a combination of HPMC and propylene glycol as observation variables and spreadability, pH, and viscosity of the gel preparation as experimental responses. The study of caffeine from the gel preparation was carried out using a Franz diffusion cell. Caffeine content in the gel preparation and its release are determined by spectrophotometric method. The results showed that the amount of HPMC used would increase the viscosity value (+14113.92) and decrease the spreadability (-0.29) and pH (-6.59167E-003) of the gel. The greater the amount of propylene glycol used will decrease the viscosity value (-2484.54) and increase the spreadability value (+0.30) and pH (+0.31802) of the gel. The conclusion of this study is the use of a combination of HPMC and propylene glycol (6%:17%) resulted in the optimum formula with a viscosity value of 44,070 cps, a spreadability value of 3.6 cm, and a pH value of 5.32. The caffeine content obtained in the gel preparation was 188.47 g and the amount of caffeine released from the gel preparation for 6 hours of testing was 4.95%.

Sodium Alginate and Chitosan as Components Modifying the Properties of Inulin Hydrogels.

The aim of the study was to investigate the influence of addition of sodium alginate (SA) and chitosan (CH) on the properties of inulin hydrogels. Inulin hydrogels (20 g/100 g) containing various additions (0.0, 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5 g/100 g) of SA and CH were produced. The hydrogels’ properties were assessed based on the volumetric gel index, microstructure, yield stress, texture, stability, and color parameters. According to the findings, the inclusion of these polysaccharides had no influence on the gelation ability of the inulin solution. The physical properties of the hydrogels containing SA or CH differed from hydrogels containing only inulin (INU). The obtained microstructural pictures revealed that the addition of SA and CH resulted in the formation of hydrogels with a more compact, smooth, and cohesive structure. Consequently, they had higher yield stress, strength, and spreadability values than INU hydrogels. The addition of chitosan in comparison with sodium alginate also had a greater effect in strengthening the structure of hydrogels, especially at the level of 0.5 g/100 g. For example, the addition of this amount of SA increased the yield stress on average from 195.0 Pa (INU) to 493.6 Pa, while the addition of CH increased it to 745.3 Pa. In the case of the strength parameter, the addition of SA increased the force from 0.24 N (INU) to 0.42 N and the addition of CH increased it to 1.29 N. In the case of spreadability this increase was from 2.89 N * s (INU) to 3.44 N * s (SA) and to 6.16 N * s (CH). Chitosan also caused an increase in the stability of inulin hydrogels, whereas such an effect was not observed with the addition of sodium alginate. The gels with the addition of SA and CH also had significantly different values of color parameters. Inulin–alginate hydrogels were characterized by higher values of the color parameter a *, lower values of the color parameter b *, and in most concentrations higher values of the color parameter L * compared to inulin–chitosan hydrogels. Based on the collected data, it can therefore be concluded that through the addition of sodium alginate and chitosan, there is a possibility to modify the properties of inulin hydrogels and, consequently, to better adapt them to the characteristics of the pro-health food products in which they will be used.

Diffusion Study of Cream Formula of Lyophilized Ethanol Extract of Moringa oleifera L. Leaves

Background: Moringa oleifera L. leaves have analgesic activity due to their flavonoids content. These polar antioxidants compounds usually have difficulty to diffuse through the skin. Objectives: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the diffusion parameters of cream contains the lyophilized of M. oleifera leaves ethanol extract. Material and Methods: The lyophilized of M.oleifera leaves ethanol extract (5%) formulated as an o/w cream with 2% of cetyl alcohol as a stiffening agent. The physical characteristics of the cream were determined for organoleptic, homogeneity, pH, viscosity, spreadability, and type of emulsion parameters. The diffusion parameters were determined with Franz cell diffusion using the skin's snake as a membrane with 0; 10; 30; 60 and 90 minutes sampling time. Results: Physical characteristics of the cream showed that o/w as the cream type with pH, viscosity, and spreadability value were 4.72±0.03; 14.000±225 cps; and 5.7±0.20 cm, respectively. The diffusion parameter showed total flavonoids penetrate through the membrane was 360.134±0.20 µg/cm2 with flux 239,875 µg/cm2hr. Conclusions: This study showed a cream formulation that fulfills the required physical characteristics standard and can deliver active compounds to penetrate through the membrane.

PENGARUH SURFAKTAN PEG-7 GLYCERYL COCOATE-SPAN80 DAN PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL-SPAN80 TERHADAP KARAKTERISTIK FISIK KRIM alfa-ARBUTIN

alfa arbutin is a derivative of hydroquinone to treat hyperpigmentation disorders which acts as a tyrosinase inhibitor. The hydrophilic nature of ?-arbutin requires a dosage form that can increase its penetration into the skin is a cream. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of surfactants PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate-Span80 and PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil-Span80 on the physical characteristics of ?-arbutin cream. The cream formulation made into 2 formula, F1 using PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil-Span80 and F2 using PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate-Span80. Physical characteristics including organoleptic testing, emulsion type, pH, viscosity and Spreadability. The results obtained from the two cream formulas showed a significant difference in the measurement of pH, viscosity and Spreadability values. The results of the pH value of F1 and F2 are 5.74 and 6.24. The viscosity results obtained from F1 and F2 are 50500cPs and 43333cPs. The spreadability measurement results obtained from F1 and F2 were 9.93cm and 11.33cm. The results spreadability will be inversely proportional to the results of the viscosity obtained. The higher the viscosity yield, the smaller the spreadability of a cream.