“Elaboración de champú a base de eucalipto (Eucalyptus globulus) y malva (Malva sylvestris L.) Para combatir la dermatitis ectoparasitaria en caninos”

Abstract

The objective of this research was to elaborate a shampoo to combat dermatitis caused by ectoparasites in canines based on hydroalcoholic extracts prepared by the maceration method of Eucalyptus globulus and Malva sylvestris L. leaves. The research was of experimental type, in which the quality control of the plant species was done by means of organoleptic and lysicochemical tests, in addition, the presence of secondary metabolites present in the plants was qualitatively evaluated by phytochemical screening, identifying the presence of triterpenes, mucilages and flavonoids that provide anti-inflammatory, emollient and insecticidal properties. Five formulations were made until the final shampoo bar was obtained, using excipients of organic and vegetable origin, varying their concentration as well as that of the extracts. Once the organoleptic and physicochemical tests were done, the fifth formulation was selected, which complied with the adequate organoleptic and physicochemical quality parameters, such as pH of 6, 07 being suitable for canine skin and the microbiological quality control in which it showed the absence of mesophilic aerobes, Pseudontona aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, complying with the Ecuadorian regulation NTE INEN 2867 for cosmetic and NTE INEN 851 shampoo requirements, which indicates that the formulation is in optimal conditions for its use. In conclusion, a solid shampoo of good consistency, pleasant aroma, with the required hardness and presentation and with properties to alleviate the symptoms produced by the dermatitis caused by ectoparasites was obtained. It is recommended to perform stability studies to determine the useful life of the shampoo and to make other products for canine use to help combat dermatitis, which is a very common problem in canines.