Development and Evaluation of a Topical Antibacterial Gel from Rhizophora apiculata Blume Leaves: Standardization, Phytochemical Quantification, and Bioactivity Assessment
Rhizophora apiculata Blume is a mangrove species rich in polyphenolic secondary metabolites, including flavonoids, phenolic acids, and tannins, which are known to exhibit antibacterial activity. The development of topical gel formulations containing these bioactive compounds may provide a promising alternative a...