Treatment of Girolando Cattle Dermatophilosis Using a Combination of Different Plant Extracts in the Municipality of Abomey-Calavi, Republic of Benin
October 2021
in “
Veterinary World
”
TLDR Extract mixture 1 effectively treats cattle skin disease, promoting fast healing and hair regrowth.
The study evaluated the effectiveness of two plant extract mixtures in treating dermatophilosis in Girolando cattle in Benin. Eight cattle were treated with two mixtures: extract mixture 1 (Elaeis guineensis kernel oil, essential oil of Ocimum gratissimum, and sap of Jatropha multifida) and extract mixture 2 (O. gratissimum and sap extract of J. multifida). Both mixtures showed significant wound healing properties compared to the control, but extract mixture 1 demonstrated superior results, with increased wound contraction, healing without recurrence, and hair regrowth within 2 weeks. The findings suggested that extract mixture 1 could be a promising alternative treatment for bovine dermatophilosis, though further in vitro testing and cost analysis were recommended.
