Anthelmintic efficacy of mango seed extract on porcine gastrointestinal nematodes

The usual control for gastrointestinal parasites is the use of commercial anthelmintics. However, are becoming more resistant due to frequent and inappropriate these As a result, alternatives anthelmintics increasingly widespread deworming livestock, particularly those that come from natural sources. Thus, this study aimed evaluate efficacy mango (var. Carabao) seed extract in reducing egg per gram counts common nematodes pigs compare with levamisole. Experimental animals were naturally infected Trichuris spp. Strongyloides being most predominant. administered orally single dose at concentrations 600, 700, 800 mg kg bodyweight. extract, regardless concentration, was able decrease epg counts. Within 14 days post-treatment, there no significant difference efficacies administration bodyweight This comparable sustained until 28 post-treatment. vivo anthelmintic activity may be attributed tannins flavonoids present extract. These results indicate effective controlling have potential further developed as an anthelmintic.