Category Medicine

Mangosteen, or Garcinia mangostana L., is a plant from the Clusiaceae family and the Garcinia genus. Morphological and cytological research results show that this plant comes from Southeast Asia. The thick skin of the mangosteen fruit produces a sticky sap…

What Is Proteomic? Types Of Proteomic Proteomics Applications Proteomics studies play a vital role in medications discovery because they can help find proteins that are key to the development of a disease. By studying how proteins work and interact with…

Characteristics of Lime Plants   Citrus aurantifolia (Christm.) Swingle, commonly known as lime, is a plant species belonging to the genus Citrus and the family Rutaceae. This plant is characterized by its thorny shrubs or small trees, growing to a height…

Vitamins are essential micronutrients required by the body that cannot be synthesized endogenously and must be obtained through the diet. Vitamins are classified into water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins. Water-soluble vitamins include vitamin C and the B-complex vitamins, while fat-soluble vitamins…

The excretory system is a biological system in the body that functions to remove excess substances and waste products to maintain homeostasis, or the internal balance of the body.  How does the excretory system work? Generally, waste products come from…

The digestive system is an anatomical body system that plays a role in processing nutrients entering the body, which serve as the basis for anabolic and catabolic processes. The digestive system includes the digestive tract, which consists of the oral…

Getting to Know the Respiratory System (Breathing) That We Have Respiration is a series of processes that involve drawing air into the respiratory system and expelling it again with the purpose of exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide. Anatomically, the respiratory…

The Many Benefits of Vitamin C Ascorbic acid, commonly known as vitamin C, is a water-soluble compound that functions as an antioxidant. Vitamin C is widely utilized in health supplements and as an ingredient in cosmetic formulations due to its…

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in children. It is characterized by symptoms of difficulty concentrating, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning. The prevalence of ADHD in children is estimated to…

Semisolid preparations are semi-solid pharmaceutical formulations intended for topical application by being directly applied to the surface of the skin or mucous membranes. Ointments, creams, pastes, and gels are types of semisolid preparations. These semisolid formulations can be designed for…

In the world of fish farming, the use of drugs and chemicals is a common practice to prevent and treat diseases that threaten the survival of fish. Drugs help farmers reduce the risk of fish mortality which can impact production…

According to the Indonesian Pharmacopoeia, 6th Edition, tablets are solid preparations that contain active ingredients, with or without excipients. Based on their purpose and site of administration, there are various types of tablets, including buccal tablets, sublingual tablets, effervescent tablets,…

Definition of Capsule According to the Indonesian Pharmacopoeia Edition VI Capsules are one of the most commonly used forms of medication in the pharmaceutical world. Based on the Indonesian Pharmacopoeia Edition VI (FI Edition VI, 2020), capsules are solid preparations…

Getting to Know Probiotics More Deeply Probiotics are live microorganisms that provide health benefits when consumed in appropriate amounts. Currently, probiotics are becoming increasingly popular and widely used by the aquaculture sector as a strategy to improve health, enhance growth,…

Traditional medicine has become an important part of daily life in Indonesia. The use of natural ingredients processed traditionally into remedies for maintaining health, treating diseases, and restoring stamina has been practiced for centuries. According to BPOM Regulation No. 29…

Indonesian society has long been using herbal remedies, which are empirically useful for treating various diseases. The number of studies on herbal medicine is increasing. Herbal medicine must be standardized, safe, and profitable. Traditional medicine usually consists of more than…