
Nanotechnology-based wound therapies have drawn significant interest for treating chronic diabetic wounds because of their strong antimicrobial and tissue-repairing properties. This study aimed to create a semisolid ointment with Euphorbia hirta extract and green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). We extracted Euphorbia hirta leaves using ethanol in a Soxhlet extractor and screened the extract for phytochemical components. We synthesized silver nanoparticles through a green method and characterized them using FTIR, UV-Visible spectroscopy, and nanoparticle tracking analysis. This confirmed the presence of functional phytochemicals and nanoparticles primarily in the 50-200 nm size range. We developed two ointment formulations: one with Euphorbia hirta extract and the other with EH-AgNPs. The finished product was formulated and evaluated both for physicochemical properties, including pH, spreadability, viscosity, washability, diffusion, loss on drying, and skin irritation. Both formulations showed a smooth consistency, acceptable pH levels, good spreadability, and no skin irritation. Molecular docking studies of rutin, a key phytochemical, indicated moderate binding affinity to wound-healing enzymes MMP-8 and MMP-9, supporting its therapeutic potential. The results suggest that the Euphorbia hirta-based herbal ointment and the EH-AgNP ointment have promising potential for diabetic wound healing and may act as effective alternative topical treatments.
Euphorbia hirta, ointment, silver nanoparticles, diabetic wound, Molecular docking.
Euphorbia hirta, ointment, silver nanoparticles, diabetic wound, Molecular docking.
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