Potential Of Moringa Leaf Extract (Moringa Oleifera Lam) As Wound Medicine In Livestock

Abstract

Wounds are the loss or destruction of part of the body's tissue, if the wound is not treated it will lead to infection and may interfere with livestock production. The faster the healing process occurs, the less likely secondary infections are to develop and become more severe. Clinically, various treatments and medicines, mainly those of chemical origin, have been introduced to facilitate and accelerate the wound healing process, but their use is limited due to side effects or low efficiency. Some substances and active substances are used to accelerate the process, but in this case herbal or medicinal plants can be used as an alternative in treating wounds in livestock, these plants have long been used as herbal medicines for humans and livestock. Moringa leaves contain phytochemicals that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities that can help the wound healing process. Compounds in Moringa leaves that play a role in wound healing include flavonoids, saponins, tannins, antibacterial, antiseptic, antimicrobial, and polyphenolic compounds. This review discusses and explains Moringa leaves on their medicinal function in livestock. Wound healing is the most important property for organisms and is the process of cell recovery because poor wound healing can cause physical pain, discomfort, and also bring a series of psychological problems to livestock. In addition, wounds that are difficult to heal can cause a further decline in the quality of life of livestock and result in a heavy economic burden.