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Mosquito repellent action of neem (Azadirachta indica) oil.

Abstract
Two percent neem oil mixed in coconut oil, when applied to the exposed body parts of human volunteers, provided complete protection for 12 h from the bites of all anopheline species. Application of neem oil is safe and can be used for protection from malaria in endemic countries.
AuthorsV P Sharma, M A Ansari, R K Razdan
JournalJournal of the American Mosquito Control Association (J Am Mosq Control Assoc) Vol. 9 Issue 3 Pg. 359-60 (Sep 1993) ISSN: 8756-971X [Print] United States
PMID8245950 (Publication Type: Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Glycerides
  • Insect Repellents
  • Terpenes
  • neem oil
Topics
  • Animals
  • Anopheles
  • Glycerides
  • Humans
  • Insect Bites and Stings (prevention & control)
  • Insect Repellents
  • Terpenes

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