BACTERIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS AND EFFICACY OF SELECTED HERBAL MEDICINES AGAINST SALMONELLA SPP.
Abstract
This study investigated the bacteriological safety and antibacterial efficacy of selected herbal medicines against Salmonella spp. Four herbal medicines (Khanzud Dawai, 7 Star, Alwilaya, and Al-fijir) were analyzed. Results showed bacterial contamination in all samples, ranging from 4.0 × 10⁷ to 8.6 × 10⁷ CFU/mL. Phytochemical screening revealed flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and steroids. Alwilaya showed the highest antibacterial activity, while Al-fijir showed none. The study concludes that although some herbal medicines have antibacterial properties, their high contamination poses serious health risks.
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