Antimicrobial Peptides: A Promising Alternative to Conventional Antimicrobials for Combating Polymicrobial Biofilms
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.202410893
Abstract: Polymicrobial biofilms adhere to surfaces and enhance pathogen resistance to conventional treatments, significantly contributing to chronic infections in the respiratory tract, oral cavity, chronic wounds, and on medical devices. This review examines antimicrobial peptides (AMPs)… read more here.
Keywords: conventional antimicrobials; polymicrobial biofilms; promising alternative; peptides promising ... See more keywords
Ibuprofen as an adjuvant to conventional antimicrobials and essential oil compounds against skin pathogens.
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DOI: 10.1093/jambio/lxae186
Abstract: AIMS Antimicrobial resistance continues to be a growing concern, resulting in increased use of drug combinations. Antibiotic adjuvants are an emerging strategy that may potentiate an antibiotics efficacy. Ibuprofen's polypharmacological properties have been investigated for… read more here.
Keywords: skin pathogens; antimicrobials essential; essential oil; oil compounds ... See more keywords