scholarly journals THE EFFECT OF NIGELLA SATIVA (BLACK CUMIN) SEED EXTRACT ON CANDIDA ALBICANS VIABILITY

Author(s):  
WULAN DARMAWAN ◽  
RATNA FARIDA ◽  
SRI REDJEKI

Objective: Nigella sativa has antifungal effects against Candida albicans. The antifungal activity of N. sativa is due to the components of thymoquinone,thymol, and carvacrol. Oral candidiasis is a common opportunistic infection of the human oral cavity typically caused by the infection of C. albicans.The aim of this study was to assess the antifungal effectiveness of N. sativa seed extract (SE) on the viability of C. albicans.Methods: C. albicans was added to the wells of 96-well microtiter plates that were coated with artificial saliva and exposed to N. sativa SE atconcentrations of 6.25%–50% or 1 μl of amphotericin B (250 mg/μl) as a positive control. The viability of C. albicans was determined with the3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide assay.Results: The optical density of C. albicans incrementally decreased on exposure to increasing concentrations of N. sativa SE.Conclusion: N. sativa SE concentration is inversely correlated to the viability of C. albicans.

Author(s):  
FARAH DIBA ◽  
RATNA FARIDA ◽  
SRI REDJEKI

Objective: Candidiasis is a common opportunistic infection of the oral cavity caused by a yeast-like fungus called Candida. Candida glabrata is thesecond most frequently isolated species from this condition, after Candida albicans. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Nigella sativa (blackcumin), known to possess antifungal properties, on the viability of C. glabrata.Methods: C. glabrata was added to a 96-microwell plate that was coated with artificial saliva and exposed to various concentrations (6.25%, 12.5%,25%, and 50%) of N. sativa seed extract; amphotericin B (250 mg/mL) was used as the positive control and 200 μL of yeast nitrogen base medium asthe negative control. The viability percentage of C. glabrata was determined by MTT assay.Results: The results showed that the viability values of C. glabrata were lower after exposure to the N. sativa seed extract when compared with thenegative control.Conclusion: The viability of Candida glabrata was decreased with increasing concentrations of the extract.


2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 130-138
Author(s):  
Nadya Nazimuddin Putri ◽  
Linda Chiuman ◽  
Chrismis Novalinda Ginting ◽  
Ermi Girsang

Black cumin seeds are known to have beneficial contents as antibacterial. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of black cumin seed extract (Nigella sativa) on the growth of Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The method used was the disc diffusion method. The ethanol extract of black cumin seeds gain by maceration method and was made into various concentration (5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, and 15)%. For positive control, ciprofloxacin disc were used and negative control used distilled water. The research model used was in vitro experimental research. The results showed that ethanol extract of black cumin seeds have antibacterial activity against Klebsiella pneumoniae with inhibition zone diameters (4.5, 6.7, 10.1, 11, 12.8) mm, Pseudomonas aeruginosa with inhibition zone diameters (7.5, 12, 12.6, 13.4, 15.6) mm, positive controls respectively (24.3 and 20.7) mm and negative controls (0). It can be concluded that black cumin seed extract has an inhibiting effect on the growth of Klebsiella pneumoniae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.


PLoS ONE ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 7 (6) ◽  
pp. e39841 ◽  
Author(s):  
Swantje C. Duncker ◽  
David Philippe ◽  
Christine Martin-Paschoud ◽  
Mireille Moser ◽  
Annick Mercenier ◽  
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2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-131
Author(s):  
Nesa Agistia ◽  
Melzi Oktaviani ◽  
Wildan Khairi Mukhtadi ◽  
Della Ariska

Acne is a skin problem that often occurs, one of the causes is the bacterium Staphylococcus epidermidis. Black cumin seed oil (Nigella sativa L.) can be used as an antibacterial because it contains thymoquinone and α-pinene. This study aims to obtain black cumin seed oil emulgel preparations that has antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus epidermidis. The preparations were formulated with concentrations of 3% (FI), 5% (FII), and 7% (FIII). Evaluation of the preparation was carried out for eight weeks including organoleptic tests, spreadability, emulsion type, pH, viscosity, homogeneity. Antibacterial activity tests was carried out using the well-diffusion method. The results of the evaluation of all three formulas obtained showed a semi-solid consistency, light brown in color, characteristically smelled of black cumin seed oil, stable, M/A emulsion type, homogeneous, non-irritating, pH FI = 4.51-4.95, FII = 4.72-4.99, FIII = 4.57-4.87, dispersion FI = 3.2-3.8 cm, FII = 3.3-3.9 cm, FIII = 3.4-3.9 cm, viscosity FI = 10.7-26.1 Ns/m2, FII = 11.2-32.0 Ns/m2, FIII = 11.5-34.1 Ns/m2. The antibacterial activity test showed the inhibitory power of FI 11,66±0,09 mm, FII 14.48±0.03 mm, FIII 17.35±0,.8 mm, lower than the positive control (clindamycin). All three black cumin seed oil emulgel preparations obtained met the physical requirements and had bacterial inhibition (p


2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 204
Author(s):  
RETNO SETYA KEMALA ◽  
CHOESNAN EFFENDI ◽  
ASAMI RIETA KUMALA

<p>There are a lot of various kinds of plants such as Black Cumin <em>(Nigella sativa L.)</em> which is believed by the people to increase HDL and decrease LDL levels in the blood.</p><p>The purpose of this experiment<strong> </strong>to know the effect of extract black cumin seeds <em>(Nigella sativa L.)</em>can increase HDL and decrease LDL cholesterol levels of white rats <em>(Rattus norvegicus)</em>.</p><p>This experiment using 24 of rats which divided into 4 groups, namely the negative control group, positive control group, the treatment group one dosage 126 mg/KgBWand the treatment group two dosage 252 mg/KgBW. This research was carried out for 28 days and continued by termination.</p><p>In the One way ANOVA test, HDL levels obtained significant values of 0.134 and LDL levels of 0.070 which means p&gt; 0.05 and showed that black cumin seed extract (Nigella sativa L.) there’s no different.</p><p>The conclusion of the experiment is giving black cumin seed extract <em>(Nigella sativa L.) </em>had no effect for increasing HDL and decreasing LDL cholesterol levels of white rats <em>(Rattus norvegicus)</em>.</p><p><strong>Keywords: </strong> black cumin seed extract, HDL cholesterol levels, LDL cholesterol level, <em>(Nigella sativa L.)</em>.</p><p><strong> </strong></p>


Author(s):  
JOHNY MARPAUNG ◽  
M. F. G. SIREGAR ◽  
MAKMUR SITEPU ◽  
ADANG BACHTIAR

Objective: To prove the effect of giving black cumin seed extract (Nigella sativa) to decrease levels of TNF-α, IL-2, sFlt-1, and in PE model mice. Methods: This study is an analytical study with true experimental research design in laboratory mice (Rattus norvegicus) pregnant female has given black cumin seed extract (Nigella sativa) at a dose of 500 mg/kg/day and 2000 mg/kg/day. The treatment of all samples was carried out simultaneously and during the treatment was observed using the type of Postest Only Control Group Design. To assess whether the sample is normally distributed or not the Shapiro-Wilk test was carried out because the sample was ≤50. To assess the comparison of parameters (differences in expression of IL-2, sFlt-1, and TNF-α) between groups, the ANOVA test was used if the data were normally distributed and the Kruskal Wallis test if the data were not normally distributed. Results: From these results, it can be seen that there are significant differences in the administration of black cumin extract on TNF-α, IL-2, andsFlt-1 expression (p<0.001); the administration of black cumin extract can reduce TNF-α, IL-2, and sFlt-1 expression in preeclampsia mice. The administration of 2000 mg black cumin extract can reduce TNF-α and IL-2 expression more significantly. Conclusion: Black cumin can reduce levels of TNF-α, IL-2, sFlt-1 in models mice with preeclampsia (p<0.001).


Author(s):  
A. A. Kompiang Martini ◽  
I Dewa Made Sukrama

Background: Many studies have showed that Nigella sativa is used as a natural remedy in treating various diseases across the globe. Indonesia is famous for its rich spices, one of which is the "Black Cumin" seed extract (Nigella Sativa N.S). Purpose: To analyze the effects of Nigella sativa as an antioxidant to inhibit oxidative stress caused by ionizing-free radiation. Result: Nigella sativa is widely used to diagnose, treat disease, and decrease the level of malondialdehyde (MDA) as one of the final markers of oxidative stress. Nigella sativa has been used as a treatment for various types of diseases in the world. Through the components contained in Nigella sativa it is believed to have uses as an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, and as an antioxidant. Th[e mechanism of action of Nigella sativa depends on the type of disease. The contents of Nigella sativa are essential oils and thymoquionoe, dithymoquinone, thymol, carvacrol, nigellicine, nigellidine, nigellimine-N-oxide and alpha-hedrine. As well as some vitamins and omega 3 contained in it. The content of Nigella sativa will work together by inhibiting the okidasin reaction. Conclusion: Nigella Sativa can be used in herbal medicine because it has pharmacological effects; antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and antioxidant. Nigella sativa has many health benefits. Nigella sativa contains thymoquinone which can reduce lipid peroxidation and increase antioxidant enzymes. The effectiveness of Nigella sativa as a radioprotector can prevent the occurrence of free radicals caused by ionizing radiation.


2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (3A) ◽  
Author(s):  
Winda Sari ◽  
Linda Chiuman ◽  
Sahna Ferdinand Ginting ◽  
Chrismis Novalinda Ginting

Photoaging is caused by exposure to sunlight and ultraviolet radiation (UV-B) through the reactive oxygen species (ROS) molecules formation, resulting in decreased levels of collagen. It is characterized by wrinkles, sagging and rough surfaces. Black cumin has been used in medicine due to its high antioxidant potential. The aim of this study is to identify the effect of black cumin cream on collagen levels and hydration of the skin of Rattus norvegicus exposed to ultraviolet-B rays. This is experimental study in which 30 male Wistar strain rats were classified into 6 sub-groups, namely the KN group (without treatment), KP (getting Nivea cream moisturizer), P1 (basic cream ), P2 (black cumin seed extract cream 0.25%), P3 (cream 0.5%) and P4 (cream 0.75%). P4 rat collagen levels increased significantly before and after the intervention (24 ± 2.23 vs 42.6 ± 14.6, p <0.05).Cream with lower concentrations did not provide a significant increase (p> 0.05). P4 rats also showed increased skin hydration (38.6 ± 19.3 to 63.0 ± 4.47 (p <0.05)), and this was not found in other groups. The administration of topical black cumin seed extract 0.75% can inhibit decreased levels of collagen and increase skin tissue hydration.   


Author(s):  
Nasima Iqbal ◽  
ATA UR Rehman ◽  
Syeda Amber Zaidi ◽  
Kiran Khan ◽  
Lubna Farooq ◽  
...  

Background: Dental infections were caused by the bacterium overgrowth on the surface of the tooth, and treatment should always be set up to prevent this development.Antibiotics have long been used as a conventional antibacterial medication, but their overuse has resulted in microbes gaining resistance to many of the antibiotics, trying to make many commercialized therapeutic remedies ineffectual and resulting to infection recurrence. In this regard we aim to analyze the antibacterial activity of nigella sativa seeds’ and fenugreek seed extract rinses against S. mutans' colonies. Methodology: It was a preclinical experimental study conducted at Baqai Medical and Dental College Karachi., from January - June 2021. Calculated sample size was n = 80 Consecutive sampling technique was used. Plaque of study participants was collected on sterile strips that was transported to laboratory for culture in sterile containers.The extract of Fenugreek seed and nigella sativa seed was kept in an airtight bottle and stored in a refrigerator till usage. The extracts were diluted in distilled water in 1:4 (Extract: Distilled water). Study participants were instructed to not brush their teeth before sampling. Study participants were divided into four groups (negative control, positive control, fenugreek seed extract group and Nigella sativa group) each group had 20 participants. Diluted Fenugreek seed extract and Nigella sativa extract was given to experimental groups for rinses. Results: There was significant decrease in number of colonies in positive controls, fenugreek seed extract group and nigella sativa extract group and there was no change in number of colonies in control group. Furthermore, the analysis showed significant (p-value = 0.001) difference among the groups followed by post hoc analysis. Post hoc analysis showed no difference between positive control, fenugreek seed extract group and nigella sativa group. Conclusion: Fenugreek seed extract and Nigella Sativa seed extract showed comparable antibacterial properties. Also, the effect was found to be similar to commercially available mouth rinse.


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