Mosquito repellent action of neem (Azadirachta indica) oil

J Am Mosq Control Assoc. 1993 Sep;9(3):359-60.

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.

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Anopheles*
  • Glycerides*
  • Humans
  • Insect Bites and Stings / prevention & control
  • Insect Repellents*
  • Terpenes*

Substances

  • Glycerides
  • Insect Repellents
  • Terpenes
  • neem oil