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VOL. 9, ISSUE 9 (2024)
Phytochemical efficacy of Eucalyptus camaldulensis leaf extract: Antioxidant properties and cytotoxic effects
Authors
S Suganya, S Vijayanand, J Hemapriya, G Reshma, B Rajalakshmi, K Vanmathiselvi
Abstract
Eucalyptus camaldulensis
leaves, noted for their high phytochemical content, have been studied for their
health-promoting qualities, particularly their antioxidant and cytotoxic
abilities. This study examines the antioxidant and cytotoxic effects of
Eucalyptus leaf extracts utilizing a range of in vitro methods. Multiple
strategies were implemented to quantify antioxidant potential, including DPPH
radical scavenging, the Ferric Reducing Antioxidant Power (FRAP) assay, ABTS
radical cation decolorization, and superoxide, nitric oxide, and hydroxyl
radical scavenging assays. The DPPH assay revealed a significant reduction in
free radicals, indicating strong antioxidant activity, while the FRAP assay
demonstrated the extract's reductive potential. The ABTS assay confirmed the
effective scavenging of ABTS radicals, whereas the other assays (superoxide,
nitric oxide, and hydroxyl radicals) revealed a considerable reduction in
reactive species. These findings highlight the powerful antioxidant properties
of Eucalyptus leaf extracts, emphasizing their potential for decreasing
oxidative stress-related diseases. Furthermore, the cytotoxicity of the
eucalyptus extract was assessed using Brine Shrimp Lethality Assay, which
demonstrated a Progressive increase with dosage in lethality, indicating the
existence of cytotoxic chemicals with potential therapeutic applications in
cancer treatment.
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Pages:136-142
How to cite this article:
S Suganya, S Vijayanand, J Hemapriya, G Reshma, B Rajalakshmi, K Vanmathiselvi "Phytochemical efficacy of <i>Eucalyptus camaldulensis</i> leaf extract: Antioxidant properties and cytotoxic effects". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 9, 2024, Pages 136-142
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