Antibacterial Activity Test of Moringa Leaf Extract Bar Soap Against the Growth of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis at Simalingkar Community Health Center

Nelvia Christine Halawa; Seri Rayani Bangun; Ruth Agree Kartini Sihombing; David Sumanto Napitupulu

doi:10.37012/jik.v18i2.3816

Authors

Nelvia Christine Halawa Institut Kesehatan Santa Elisabeth Medan, Indonesia
Seri Rayani Bangun Institut Kesehatan Santa Elisabeth Medan, Indonesia
Ruth Agree Kartini Sihombing Institut Kesehatan Santa Elisabeth Medan, Indonesia
David Sumanto Napitupulu Institut Kesehatan Santa Elisabeth Medan, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37012/jik.v18i2.3816

Keywords:

Moringa leaf extract, Moringa oleifera extract soap, Mycobacterium tuberculosis

Abstract

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis and remains one of the major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. TB commonly develops in individuals with weakened immune systems. One natural ingredient with potential antibacterial activity is Moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaves. This study aimed to determine the antibacterial activity of bar soap containing Moringa leaf extract against the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. This quantitative experimental study employed a post-test-only design. Phytochemical screening of the Moringa leaf extract showed positive results for flavonoids, indicated by the formation of a yellowish upper layer; alkaloids, indicated by the formation of a precipitate; tannins, indicated by a greenish-black color change; and saponins, indicated by foam formation after vortexing. The authors would like to thank the reviewer for the valuable comments and suggestions. This study focuses on the potential role of the soap formulation in supporting personal hygiene and sanitation practices to reduce the risk of secondary transmission associated with sputum contamination on hands and surfaces in the context of tuberculosis. An explanation of the potential role of the soap as a personal hygiene measure for healthcare workers and family members of patients with tuberculosis has been added to the Introduction Discussion sections.

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