Formulation of Moringa Leaf Extract Effervescent Tablets (Moringa oleifera L.) as a Nutritional supplement to Prevent Stunting / Formulasi Tablet Effervescent Ekstrak Daun Kelor (Moringa oleifera L.) sebagai Pemenuhan Nutrisi untuk Pencegahan Stunting

Stunting remains a significant nutritional problem in Indonesia, requiring practical and acceptable nutritional interventions. Moringa oleifera L. leaves are known to contain essential minerals such as zinc, iron, and iodine, which play an important role in supporting optimal growth. This study aimed to formulate effervescent tablets of Moringa leaf extract and evaluate their physical quality as an alternative nutritional supplement for stunting prevention. Moringa leaf extract was obtained through maceration and formulated into four effervescent tablet formulas with varying extract concentrations. The evaluations included granule flow properties, angle of repose, pH, size uniformity, weight uniformity, dispersion time, FTIR analysis, and hedonic testing. The results showed that all formulas met the physical quality requirements of effervescent tablets. The granules exhibited good flow characteristics with an angle of repose below 40°, while the tablet pH values ranged from 4,4 -5,8, indicating suitability for oral administration. All formulas complied with the standards for size and weight uniformity, and the dispersion time ranged from 1 to 2 minutes. FTIR analysis confirmed the presence of hydroxyl, carbonyl, nitroso, and benzene functional groups associated with flavonoids, saponins, and tannins, which contribute beneficial mineral content. Based on physical and organoleptic evaluations, Formula 2 showed the best combination of extract content and granule flow properties, while Formula 1 was the most preferred in terms of taste.

Stunting masih menjadi masalah gizi yang serius di Indonesia dan memerlukan upaya pemenuhan nutrisi yang efektif, aman, dan mudah dikonsumsi. Daun kelor (Moringa oleifera L.) diketahui kaya akan mineral penting seperti seng, zat besi, dan iodium yang berperan dalam pertumbuhan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memformulasikan serta mengevaluasi mutu fisik tablet effervescent ekstrak daun kelor sebagai alternatif suplemen nutrisi pendukung pencegahan stunting. Ekstrak daun kelor diperoleh melalui metode maserasi, kemudian diformulasikan menjadi empat formula tablet effervescent dengan variasi konsentrasi ekstrak. Evaluasi dilakukan terhadap sifat alir granul, sudut istirahat, pH, keseragaman ukuran, keseragaman bobot, waktu dispersi, analisis spektrum FTIR, serta uji hedonik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa semua formula memenuhi persyaratan mutu fisik tablet effervescent, dengan kecepatan alir granul yang baik, sudut istirahat <40°, dan pH 4,4-5,8 yang sesuai untuk sediaan oral. Tablet juga memenuhi syarat keseragaman ukuran dan bobot, serta memiliki waktu dispersi 1–2 menit. Analisis FTIR mengonfirmasi adanya gugus hidroksil, karbonil, nitroso, dan benzena pada senyawa flavonoid, saponin, dan tanin yang berhubungan dengan kandungan mineral penting bagi pertumbuhan. Berdasarkan evaluasi fisik dan organoleptik, Formula 2 menunjukkan kombinasi terbaik antara kandungan ekstrak dan sifat alir granul, sedangkan Formula 1 paling disukai dari segi rasa.