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antimicrobials

Also known as: anti-microbial, antimicrobials, antimicrobial

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Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org Frontiers in Immunology 8 facts
claimFuture research on medicinal plants as antimicrobials should focus on investigating the effects of extended exposure to plant extracts on microbial communities, determining specific mechanisms of bacterial resistance to plant-derived antimicrobials, assessing the rate of resistance emergence relative to conventional antibiotics, establishing standardized methodologies for evaluating efficacy, and monitoring for reduced efficacy in clinical settings.
claimThe apple polyphenol phloretin exhibits antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity against respiratory pathogens associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
claimAlkyl esters of hydroxybenzoic acid parabens are utilized as antimicrobials and preservatives in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, and drinks.
referenceMittal RP and Jaitak V reviewed plant-derived natural alkaloids as new antimicrobial and adjuvant agents in existing antimicrobial therapy in Current Drug Targets (2019).
claimArctium lappa (greater burdock), native to East Asia (China), exhibits in vitro anti-obesity, antimicrobial, hypocholesterolemic, and hypolipidemic activities.
claimBiofilms resist antimicrobials because the extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) layer impedes the penetration of antibiotics.
claimParham et al. (2020) reported that herbal materials possess antioxidant, antimicrobial, and antiviral properties.
claimThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has proposed mitigation strategies for infectious diseases, including prevention, increased surveillance, and the development of novel treatments such as antimicrobials derived from natural sources.
Investigation of nutritional and phytochemical properties of wild ... nature.com Nature Dec 9, 2025 5 facts
claimProtocatechuic acid is recognized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activities, which contribute to the traditional therapeutic uses of plants containing it.
claimRutin is a flavonoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vascular-protective effects; Gallic acid and Protocatechuic acid are phenolic acids with antimicrobial and radical-scavenging properties; and P-coumaric acid and Ferulic acid are hydroxycinnamic acids that contribute to antioxidant capacity and metabolic pathway modulation.
claimPhytochemicals exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer activities, supporting the use of medicinal plants in treating a wide range of health conditions.
claimPlants contain phytochemicals such as alkaloids, flavonoids, phenols, saponins, and tannins, which often exhibit antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
claimGallic acid is a phenolic acid with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, while Epicatechin is a flavonoid known for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective effects.
A Comprehensive Review on the Therapeutic Properties of ... traditionalmedicine.actabotanica.org Acta Botanica 3 facts
claimMedicinal plants can possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties.
claimAloe vera is a succulent plant used to treat burns, wounds, and skin conditions due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.
claimGarlic (Allium sativum), Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea), and Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) possess antimicrobial and antiviral properties that assist in combating pathogens such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
Phytochemical and Pharmacological Studies of Traditionally Used ... heraldopenaccess.us Journal of Food Science & Nutrition 3 facts
claimBioactive compounds extracted from Vitex Negundo possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antidiabetic, anticancer, and antimicrobial properties.
claimMedicinal herbs possess multiple biological activities beneficial to human health, including anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antimicrobial, antidiarrheal, and antioxidant properties.
claimEssential oil derived from Murraya koenigii leaves exhibits antioxidative, antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and nephroprotective effects in animals.
Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Springer Nov 5, 2025 3 facts
referenceTaleghani, Eghbali, Moghimi, and Mokaber-Esfahani (2024) analyzed the phytochemical, antioxidant, and antimicrobial potentials of Crataegus pentagyna Willd. fruits, leaves, and roots.
claimMedicinal plant oils consist of mixtures of monoterpenes, primarily natural terpenoids and phenolic compounds, which exhibit anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, and antibacterial properties.
claimMedicinal plants possess therapeutic properties including antiseptic, antimicrobial, astringent, carminative, disinfectant, and tonic effects, which are useful for treating intestinal infections and infestations, including parasitic and bacterial infections, according to Chaughule and Barve (2024).
Ethnobotanical study of food plants used in traditional medicine in ... link.springer.com Springer Nov 26, 2025 2 facts
claimThe therapeutic efficacy of Zingiber officinale is attributed to its broad pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and digestive functions.
claimScientific literature recognizes ginger (Zingiber officinale) as an effective phytotherapeutic agent for gastrointestinal disorders and respiratory symptoms due to its bioactive compounds with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
Traditional Uses, Bioactive Compounds, and Pharmacological ... pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov PMC 1 fact
claimBioactive compounds in medicinal plants exhibit antimicrobial, anticancer, antidiabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.
Nanomaterials in the future biotextile industry: A new cosmovision to ... frontiersin.org Frontiers Dec 1, 2022 1 fact
claimYu et al. (2021) developed a method for the green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using black rice (Oryza sativa L.) extract to modify cotton with anti-microbial and durable properties.
Pharmacological Uses of New Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal ... academia.edu International Academic Publishing House 1 fact
claimSecondary metabolites found in medicinal plants, specifically terpenoids, alkaloids, and phenolics, exhibit antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer effects.
Wild edible plants for food security, dietary diversity, and nutraceuticals frontiersin.org Frontiers Nov 27, 2025 1 fact
referenceOladimeji et al. (2024) investigated the phytochemical composition, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities of essential oils extracted from Emilia coccinea (Sims) G. Don using in-vitro and in-silico approaches, published in 'Vegetos'.
Bioactive Compounds Derived from Plants and Their Medicinal ... pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov PMC Nov 14, 2025 1 fact
claimThe collection of 17 studies published in the article 'Bioactive Compounds Derived from Plants and Their Medicinal' highlights that medicinal plants possess diverse bioactivities, including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties.
Medicinal plants meet modern biodiversity science - OUCI ouci.dntb.gov.ua Charles C. Davis, Patrick Choisy · Elsevier BV 1 fact
claimLaboratory evidence supports the traditional use of Dichrostachys cinerea for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, bronchodilatory, diuretic, analgesic, and anti-plasmodial activities.