Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) Leaf Extract as a Wound Healing Booster

Abstract

Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) is one of the most popular citrus fruits in the Philippines. It contains antioxidant and antibacterial properties, which are proven to be effective in accelerating wound healing. Due to the quick advancement, commercially manufactured items are becoming more and more prevalent. However, antibiotic ointments can cause allergies, itchy rash, and contact dermatitis. Therefore, creating an affordable and efficient solution that would lessen the physical and financial toll on human society is vital. This study was focused on determining the efficacy of Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment on wound healing as an alternative wound remedy. The experimental method was used to determine the characteristics of the laboratory mice for their treatment of incisional wounds using Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment. The first group, the group that received Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment twice, took four (4) to seven (7) days to heal. The second group, the group that received Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment once, took five (5) to seven (7) days to recover. This shows that Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment applied twice a day is the most effective in shortening the healing days of wounds. The different application of Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment produces various effects on the incisional wounds of mice. The more often the Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment is applied, the faster the wounds heal. It proves that the Calamansi (Citrofortunella microcarpa) leaf ointment substantially aids in inducing wound closure rate.