scholarly journals A Novel Antibacterial Topical Gel from Nigella sativa and Achyranthes aspera against Acne Causing Microorganisms

2021 ◽  
pp. 57-63
Author(s):  
Iqra Rahat ◽  
Satish Kumar Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Property ◽  
Nigella Sativa ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antimicrobial Property ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Achyranthes Aspera ◽  
Topical Gel ◽  
Potential Alternative

Inflammation in sebaceous follicles leads to skin related maladies more specifically, acne vulgaris. Bacterial species involved in causing such maladies involve P. acnes, S. epidermidis, S. aureus. These microbes have negatively affected the currently available remedies for acne vulgaris. In this research herbal Nigella sativa, Achyranthes aspera seeds were used instead of using any chemical based product on skin. The present study aims to develop novel antibacterial gel using Nigella sativa, Achyranthes aspera seeds to target pathogens that cause dermal acne. To extract the antibacterial property of the seed, they were soaked in desired chemicals individually in a shaker and then evaporated by using a rotary evaporator. After the extraction the extract was screed using the agar gel well diffusion method against P. acnes as well as S. aureus. From the diffusion method it was found that the extract is loaded with antibacterial properties. Now, the extract of N. sativa and A. aspera seeds was further divided into gels of 2 different concentrations and subjected for stability evaluation of antimicrobial activity. In this research it was found that the antibacterial property of the 10% of seed extract used was surpassed the commercial synthetic product. In addition, it was found that there were no changes in colour, pH, odor, consistency, homogeneity, and washing capacity, although the antibacterial potential was physiologically stable during storage time. The strong antimicrobial property produced from the extract in topical gel formulations suggests that the formulation can be a potential alternative to current remedies in the treatment of acne vulgaris.

scholarly journals Development of Novel Topical Cosmeceutical Formulations from Nigella sativa L. with Antimicrobial Activity against Acne-Causing Microorganisms

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nirmani Wishwakala Nawarathne ◽  
Kanchana Wijesekera ◽  
Weerasinghe Mudiyanselage Dilip Gaya Bandara Wijayaratne ◽  
Mayuri Napagoda
Keyword(s):  
Antimicrobial Activity ◽  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Ethyl Acetate ◽  
Ethyl Acetate Extract ◽  
Nigella Sativa ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Storage Period ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Gel Formulations

Acne vulgaris occurs due to the inflammation of sebaceous follicles in the skin. It is triggered by the activity of some bacterial species like Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus epidermidis. Acquisition of antibiotic resistance by these microorganisms and adverse effects associated with the current treatment regimens necessitate the introduction of novel therapeutic agents for acne vulgaris. Thus, this study was undertaken to develop novel gel formulations from seeds of Nigella sativa L. and to evaluate the antibacterial potential against some acne-causing bacterial species. The antibacterial activity of seed extracts was initially screened against S. aureus and P. acnes by the agar well diffusion method. Thereafter, topical gels were formulated incorporating the ethyl acetate extract of seeds of N. sativa at three different concentrations. These topical formulations were subjected to antimicrobial activity studies while the stability was evaluated over a period of 30 days. All three formulations were capable of inhibiting the growth of S. aureus and P. acnes, with the highest antibacterial activity in the formulation comprising 15% of the seed extract. Interestingly, the antibacterial potency of this formulation against S. aureus surpassed the commercial synthetic product used as the positive control. Moreover, any alteration in color, odor, homogeneity, washability, consistency, and pH was not observed while the antibacterial potency was also retained during the storage period. The potent antibacterial activity in topical gel formulations developed from the ethyl acetate extract of N. sativa signposts their suitability as alternatives to existing antiacne agents in the management of acne vulgaris.

Development and Evaluation of Particulate Microcarriers of Adapalene as a Topical Delivery System

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 222-233
Author(s):  
Divya D. Jain ◽  
Namita D. Desai
Keyword(s):  
Patient Compliance ◽  
Targeted Delivery ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Drug Loading ◽  
Topical Therapy ◽  
Skin Irritation ◽  
Topical Delivery ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Topical Gel

Background: Adapalene is a promising third generation retinoid used in the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. However, the major drawback associated with conventional topical therapy of Adapalene is the ‘retinoid reaction’ which is dose-dependent and characterized by erythema, scaling and burning sensation at the application sites. Microparticulate drug delivery can play a major role in reducing side effects and providing better patient compliance due to targeted delivery. Methods: Adapalene microparticles were prepared using quasi emulsion solvent diffusion method. The effects of formulation variables including polymer ratios, amounts of emulsifier, drug loading and process variables such as stirring time and speed on the physical characteristics of microparticles were investigated. The developed microparticles were characterized by DSC and SEM. Adapalene microparticles were incorporated into Carbopol 971 NF gel for ease of topical delivery. Results: Adapalene microparticulate topical gel showed sustained drug release over 8 hours in in vitro studies. The amount of drug retained in the rat skin during ex vivo studies was higher in the microparticulate topical gel (227.43 ± 0.83 µg/cm2) as compared to the marketed formulation (81.4 ± 1.11 µg/cm2) after 8 hours indicating localized and sustained drug action that can be useful in treating acne vulgaris. The safety of optimized Adapalene gel determined by skin irritation studies performed on Sprague Dawley rats showed no irritation potential. Conclusion: Microparticles can provide promising carrier systems to deliver Adapalene, improving patient compliance due to enhanced skin deposition, localized and sustained action with reduced associated irritant effects.

An investigation of antibacterial activity of New Zealand seaweed-associated marine bacteria

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehrnoush Tangestani ◽  
Paul Broady ◽  
Arvind Varsani
Keyword(s):  
New Zealand ◽  
Biomedical Application ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Antagonistic Activity ◽  
Marine Macroalgae ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Rrna Gene ◽  
Associated Bacteria ◽  
Phylogenetic Identification

Aim: To explore seaweed-associated bacteria as prospective producers of bioactive material with antibacterial properties. Materials & methods: 143 bacterial species were isolated from the surface of 15 New Zealand marine macroalgae. Bacterial extracts obtained using dimethyl sulfoxide and ethyl acetate were screened for antagonistic activities against three antimicrobial susceptibility indicators: Kocuria rhizophila, Staphylococcus epidermidis and Escherichia coli, using well-diffusion method. For selected species, minimum inhibitory concentration was determined, followed by a phylogenetic identification based on 16S rRNA gene sequences. Results: Among all bacteria screened, seven that belonged to the genera Vibrio, Pseudoalteromonas, Psychromonas and Cobetia, showed antagonistic activity against all three indicators. Conclusion: Seaweed-associated bacteria produce bioactive compounds with antimicrobial potential and possible biomedical application in aquatic habitats.

scholarly journals Formulation and Evaluation of Microsponges Gel of Havan Ash for the Treatment of Acne

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. 74-85
Author(s):  
Sonali Syal ◽  
Vinay Pandit ◽  
Amar Deep Ankalgi ◽  
C.P.S Verma ◽  
M.S. Ashawat
Keyword(s):  
Acne Vulgaris ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Particle Size Analysis ◽  
Water Soluble ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Size Analysis ◽  
Topical Formulation ◽  
Physical Description ◽  
Topical Gel ◽  
Percentage Yield

The aim of this study was to develop the Microsponges containing Havan ash composed gel formulation for the treatment of Acne. Therefore, the topical formulation containing microsponges of Havan Ash will be formulated and evaluated. The preliminary investigation was carried out for the formulation of Havan ash loaded Microsponges by using quasi emulsion solvent diffusion method (MSF1-MSF6). In the preformulation studies of Havan ash the physical description and organoleptic properties, pH, acid insoluble ash, water-soluble ash, IR spectroscopy, identification test, rheological study, atomic absorption spectroscopy is also carried out. On the basis of particle size analysis of Microsponges, percentage yield formulation MSF5 containing Microsponges formula was selected for composition of topical gel formulation. Thus the different gel base formulation (G1-G3) using Carbopol-934 (1,1.5,2.0%) was prepared by emulsification method. By considering all the relevant, physicochemical parameters, G2 gel base was selected for further loading of Havan ash containing Microsponges. The MSF5 formulation was loaded into the selected gel base G2 (1.5%). Then the formulation and evaluation of Havan ash microsponges loaded gel was done. The formulation F3 has better results than other 4 formulations. F3 have its appearance silver colour, consistency very good, Grittiness –ve, homogeneity good, wash ability very good, pH 6.3, Spreadabilty (g.cm/sec) 14.4 ± 0.77 7and viscosity (cps) 18251 ± 50.12, have good result of psychometric analysis. With the revealed results by different evaluation parameters, it is concluded that microsponges drug delivery system has become highly competitive and rapidly evolving technology and more research are carrying out to optimize cost-effectiveness and efficacy of the therapy. Keywords: Havan ash, Antimicrobial, Microsponges, Acne vulgaris, Topical gel.

scholarly journals Gut Extracts of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus Larvae Olivier Affecting Bacterial Dental Caries

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
G.H. Sewify ◽  
H.M. Hamada ◽  
Z.A. Mustafa ◽  
Hani A. Alhadrami
Keyword(s):  
Dental Caries ◽  
Morphological Changes ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Rhynchophorus Ferrugineus ◽  
Electron Microscopic ◽  
Inhibition Zones ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Klebsiella Spp

In vitro study was conducted to explore antibacterial properties of the larval gut extracts of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus (Red Palm Weevil) Oliver. Larval gut extracts were tested against salivary bacteria causing dental carries using the agar well diffusion method. The gut extracts significantly affected the growth of both Klebsiella spp. and Streptococcus viridans. The two bacterial species revealed significant differences in their sensitivity to the extract. The extract efficacy depended upon the concentration and time of exposure. When using 100%concentration of the extract, the mean of inhibition zones for S. viridans and Klebsiella spp. at 24 h after treatment were 1.61 mm and 2.50 mm, respectively. At 48 h post-treatment, the mean of inhibition zones for S. viridans and Klebsiella spp. were 1.96 mm and 2.66 mm. After 72 hours, the means zones were 2.28 mm and 2.91 mm, respectively. Electron microscopic examinations showed morphological changes of the outer membrane of bacteria with a noticeable damage as a result of exposure to the gut extract. The results suggest potential use of these extracts against dental caries bacteria.

scholarly journals Caseinate-Stabilized Emulsions of Black Cumin and Tamanu Oils: Preparation, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity

Polymers ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 1951 ◽  
Author(s):  
Urbánková ◽  
Kašpárková ◽  
Egner ◽  
Rudolf ◽  
Korábková
Keyword(s):  
Nigella Sativa ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Sodium Caseinate ◽  
Antibacterial Activities ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
High Shear ◽  
Disk Diffusion Method ◽  
Black Cumin ◽  
Spoilage Bacteria ◽  
High Shear Homogenization

Caseinate-stabilized emulsions of black cumin (Nigella sativa) and tamanu (Calophyllum inophyllum) oils were studied in terms of preparation, characterization, and antibacterial properties. The oils were described while using their basic characteristics, including fatty acid composition and scavenging activity. The oil-in-water (o/w) emulsions containing the studied oils were formulated, and the influence of protein stabilizer (sodium caseinate (CAS), 1–12 wt%), oil contents (5–30 wt%), and emulsification methods (high-shear homogenization vs sonication) on the emulsion properties were investigated. It was observed that, under both preparation methods, emulsions of small, initial droplet sizes were predominantly formed with CAS content that was higher than 7.5 wt%. Sonication was a more efficient emulsification procedure and was afforded emulsions with smaller droplet size throughout the entire used concentration ranges of oils and CAS when compared to high-shear homogenization. At native pH of ~ 6.5, all of the emulsions exhibited negative zeta potential that originated from the presence of caseinate. The antibacterial activities of both oils and their emulsions were investigated with respect to the growth suppression of common spoilage bacteria while using the disk diffusion method. The oils and selected emulsions were proven to act against gram positive strains, mainly against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Bacillus cereus (B. cereus); regrettably, the gram negative species were fully resistant against their action.

scholarly journals Microwave-Assisted Synthesis, Structural Characterization and Assessment of the Antibacterial Activity of Some New Aminopyridine, Pyrrolidine, Piperidine and Morpholine Acetamides

Molecules ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 533
Author(s):  
Abdulmajeed S. H. Alsamarrai ◽  
Saba S. Abdulghani
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Secondary Amines ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Microwave Assisted Synthesis ◽  
Mueller Hinton ◽  
Mueller Hinton Agar

A series of new acetamide derivatives 22–28 of primary and secondary amines and para-toluene sulphinate sodium salt have been synthesized under microwave irradiation and assessed in vitro for their antibacterial activity against one Gram-positive and two Gram-negative bacterial species such as S. pyogenes, E. coli, and P. mirabilis using the Mueller-Hinton Agar diffusion (well diffusion) method. The synthesized compounds with significant differences in inhibition diameters and MICs were compared with those of amoxicillin, ampicillin, cephalothin, azithromycin and doxycycline. All of the evaluated acetamide derivatives were used with varying inhibition concentrations of 6.25, 12.5, 37.5, 62.5, 87.5, 112.5 and 125 µg/mL. The results show that the most important antibacterial properties were displayed by the synthetic compounds 22 and 24, both of bear a para-chlorophenyl moiety incorporated into the 2-position moiety of acetamide 1. The molecular structures of the new compounds were determined using the FT-IR and 1H-NMR techniques.

scholarly journals Antimicrobial activity of green synthesized tri-metallic oxide Ni/Cr/Cu nanoparticles

2021 ◽  
pp. 144-147
Author(s):  
Sathish Kumar Kannaiyan ◽  
Rengaraj R ◽  
Venkata krishnan G R ◽  
Gayathri P K ◽  
Lavanya G ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antimicrobial Property ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Cu Nanoparticles ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Metallic Oxide ◽  
Vis Spectroscopy ◽  
Dependent Inhibition ◽  
Dose Dependent Inhibition ◽  
Pharmaceutical Industries

The tri-metallic oxide Ni/Cr/Cu nanoparticles (NPs) were synthesized using Coriander sativum extract as the reducing agent. The precursors namely CuSO4.5H2O, Ni(NO3)2·6H2O and Cr (NO3)3·9H2O were used for the green synthesis. Further, the prepared NPs were characterized using Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis) spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction (XRD) studies. Its antimicrobial property against two fungal and two bacterial species was determined by measuring the respective zone of inhibition (ZOI) in well diffusion method. A dose dependent inhibition was observed in all the four species of pathogens including Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Aspergillus flavus and Penicillium sp. This antimicrobial property of tri-metallic oxide NPs may be utilized in the field of medical research, pharmaceutical industries and environmental sciences.

scholarly journals Microwave-assisted Synthesis, Structural Characterization of Amino Pyridines, Pyrrolidine, Piperidine, Morpholine, Acetamides, and Assessment of Their Antibacterial Activity

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdulmajeed Alsamarrai ◽  
Saba Abdulghani
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Molecular Structures ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Microwave Assisted Synthesis ◽  
Mueller Hinton ◽  
Mueller Hinton Agar ◽  
New Compounds

A sequence of new acetamide derivatives 9-15 of primary, secondary amine, and para-toluene sulphinate sodium salt have been synthesized under microwave irradiation and assessed in vitro for their antibacterial activity against one Gram-positive and two Gram-negative bacterial species such as S. pyogenes, E. coli, and P.mirabilis using the Mueller-Hinton Agar diffusion (well diffusion) method. The synthesized compounds with significant differences in inhibition diameters and MICs were compared with those of amoxicillin, ampicillin, cephalothin, azithromycin and doxycycline. All of the evaluated acetamide derivatives were used with varying inhibition concentrations of 6.25, 12.5, 37.5, 62.5, 87.5, 112.5 and 125 µg/ml. The results show that the most important antibacterial properties exercised by the synthetic compounds 9 and 11 bearing para-chlorophenyl moiety incorporated into the 2-position moiety of acetamide 2. The molecular structures of the new compounds were determined using FT-IR, 1H-NMR techniques.

scholarly journals Physico-chemical characterization and antibacterial activity of different types of honey tested on strains isolated from hospitalized patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 60 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lia M. Junie ◽  
Mihaela L. Vică ◽  
Mirel Glevitzky ◽  
Horea V. Matei
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa ◽  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Bacterial Species ◽  
Antibacterial Properties ◽  
Inhibition Zone ◽  
Diffusion Method ◽  
Bacterial Strains ◽  
Disk Diffusion Method ◽  
Physico Chemical

AbstractThe first aim of the study was to compare the antibacterial activity of several types of honey of different origins, against some bacterial resistant strains. The strains had been isolated from patients. The second aim was to discover the correlations between the antibacterial character of honey and the physico-chemical properties of the honey. Ten honey samples (polyfloral, linden, acacia, manna, and sunflower) from the centre of Romania were tested to determine their antibacterial properties against the following bacterial species: Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium, Bacillus cereus, Bacillus subtilis, and Listeria monocytogenes. Bacterial cultures in nutrient broth and the culture medium Mueller-Hinton agar were used. The susceptibility to antibiotics was performed using the disk diffusion method. All honey samples showed antibacterial activity on the isolated bacterial strains, in particular polyfloral (inhibition zone 13-21 mm in diameter) - because it is the source of several plants, and manna (inhibition zone 13-19.5 mm in diameter), and sunflower (inhibition zone 14-18.5 mm in diameter). Pure honey has a significant antibacterial activity against some bacteria which are resistant to antibiotics. Bacterial strains differed in their sensitivity to honeys. Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus were the most sensitive. The present study revealed that honey antibacterial activity depends on the origin of the honey. We also found that there was a significant correlation between antibacterial activity of honeys and the colour of the honey but not between acidity and pH. The statistical analysis showed that the honey type influences the antibacterial activity (diameter of the bacterial strains inhibition zones).

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