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multidrug-resistant bacteria
Also known as: multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial cells, multidrug-resistant (MDR) species, multidrug-resistant bacteria, multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, multiple-drug-resistant bacteria
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Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org 16 facts
claimFlavonoids are effective against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria of both Gram-negative and Gram-positive types.
referenceSuganya et al. (2023) investigated methods for tackling multiple-drug-resistant bacteria using conventional and complex phytochemicals.
claimMedicinal plants can significantly contribute to combating multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, providing a sustainable and potentially transformative healthcare solution.
referenceMasoumian M and Zandi M published a 2017 study in the Zahedan Journal of Research in Medical Sciences titled 'Antimicrobial activity of some medicinal plant extracts against multidrug resistant bacteria', which evaluates the efficacy of medicinal plant extracts against resistant bacterial strains.
referenceMagryś et al. (2021) studied the antibacterial properties of Allium sativum L. (garlic) against emerging multidrug-resistant bacteria and its synergistic effects when combined with antibiotics.
claimExchanging information and resources among nations helps expedite the discovery and development of novel plant-based pharmaceuticals to address multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria globally.
claimMedicinal plants contain a substantial array of bioactive chemicals that may potentially surmount the resistance mechanisms established by multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria.
claimThe amphipathic properties of Ceylon olive blossom aqua extract, Buddha coconut bark ethanol extract, and charcoal tree leaves acetone extract facilitate concurrent interaction with multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial cells, including Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumannii, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Enterobacter species.
claimMethanol extracts of cherry plum, plum, and red currant exhibit antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities against multidrug-resistant (MDR) species, including Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, through electrostatic interactions.
referenceJubair N, Rajagopal M, Chinnappan S, Abdullah NB, Fatima A. authored 'Review on the antibacterial mechanism of plant-derived compounds against multidrug-resistant bacteria (MDR)' published in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine in 2021.
claimThe potential for employing medicinal plants against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria is significant, but requires thorough research and development to understand the sustained evolution of resistance to these complex chemical combinations.
referenceGadisa et al. studied the combined antibacterial effect of essential oils from three commonly used Ethiopian traditional medicinal plants against multidrug-resistant bacteria.
claimNayim et al. indicate that certain plant extracts exhibit significant antibacterial efficacy against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria due to ionic interactions.
referenceAbdelmotaleb et al. (2023) evaluated the antibacterial efficacy and phytochemical composition of Echinacea purpurea against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial strains of clinical origin.
claimMasoumian and Zandi demonstrated the therapeutic efficacy of various plant extracts against multidrug-resistant (MDR) species.
claimComprehensive scientific research, including in vitro and in vivo investigations, is essential to confirm the effectiveness and safety of therapeutic plants against multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria by ascertaining mechanisms of action, ideal doses, and possible toxicity.
Pharmacological Uses of New Bioactive Compounds from Medicinal ... academia.edu 2 facts
claimNanotechnology is a promising approach for combating multidrug-resistant bacteria, as reviewed by Hetta et al. (2023).
claimThe bioactive compounds curcumin, allicin, and berberine are effective at killing multidrug-resistant bacteria, specifically Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.