Study of antibacterial effect of the hydroalchoholic extract of Teucrium polium against clinical strain of Gardnerella vaginalis in vitro

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Narjes Hashemi ◽  
Lobat Jafarzadeh ◽  
Dhiya Altememy ◽  
Fatemeh Driss ◽  
Majid Validi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Gardnerella Vaginalis ◽  
Clinical Strain ◽  
Teucrium Polium

scholarly journals Synergistic antibacterial combination of Lavandula latifolia Medik. essential oil with camphor

2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nursenem Karaca ◽  
Görkem Şener ◽  
Betül Demirci ◽  
Fatih Demirci
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Essential Oil ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Synergistic Effects ◽  
Pharmaceutical Formulations ◽  
Human Pathogens ◽  
Broth Microdilution ◽  
Antibacterial Effects ◽  
Lavandula Latifolia

AbstractCombination of various compounds and essential oils for pharmaceutical formulations withdraw attention. In this present study, it was aimed to evaluate the in vitro potential synergistic antibacterial effect of Lavandula latifolia (spike lavender) essential oil with camphor by using the checkerboard method against the human pathogens; Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria monocytogenes. Pharmacopoeia quality L. latifolia essential oil and racemic camphor were analyzed and verified by GC-FID and GC/MS, simultaneously. In vitro antibacterial activity of essential oil and camphor (MIC range: 0.16–20 mg/mL) and standard antimicrobial clarithromycin (MIC range: 0.125–16 μg/mL) were carried out by broth microdilution against S. aureus and L. monocytogenes standard strains, respectively. Resulting antibacterial effects were evaluated for their fractional inhibitory concentrations (FICs) as antagonistic, additive and synergistic effects. The analytical results showed that the major component of essential oil was linalool (45.2%) and 1,8-cineole (25.6%). Antibacterial effects of essential oil were determined as MIC 1.25–5 mg/mL. As a result of the experiments, L. latifolia essential oil–camphor combinations were identified as “synergistic (FIC ≤ 0.5), and additive (0.5 < FIC ≤ 1)” in the respective combinations, suggesting further evaluation for formulations for potential antimicrobial applications in food and pharmaceuticals.

scholarly journals A Novel Design of Tri-Layer Membrane with Controlled Delivery of Paclitaxel and Anti-Biofilm Effect for Biliary Stent Applications

Nanomaterials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 486
Author(s):  
Abdelrahman I. Rezk ◽  
Jeesoo Park ◽  
Joon Yeon Moon ◽  
Sunny Lee ◽  
Chan Hee Park ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sustained Release ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Release Profile ◽  
Biliary Stent ◽  
Fickian Diffusion ◽  
Release Mechanism ◽  
Dual Function ◽  
Electrospinning Technique ◽  
Layer Membrane

Here, we developed a novel biliary stent coating material that is composed of tri-layer membrane with dual function of sustained release of paclitaxel (PTX) anticancer drug and antibacterial effect. The advantages of using electrospinning technique were considered for the even distribution of PTX and controlled release profile from the nanofiber mat. Furthermore, film cast method was utilized to fabricate AgNPs-immobilized PU film to direct the release towards the tumor site and suppress the biofilm formation. The in vitro antibacterial test conducted against Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) bacteria species showed excellent antibacterial effect. The in vitro drug release study confirmed the sustained release of PTX from the tri-layer membrane and the release profile fitted first order with correlation coefficient of R2 = 0.98. Furthermore, the release mechanism was studied using Korsmeyer–Peppas model, revealing that the release mechanism follows Fickian diffusion. Based on the results, this novel tri-layer membrane shows curative potential in clinical development.

Evaluation of the antibacterial effect of tea tree oil on Enterococcus faecalis and biofilm in vitro

2021 ◽  
pp. 114566
Author(s):  
Jianyan Qi ◽  
Min Gong ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Yumeng Song ◽  
Qian Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Enterococcus Faecalis ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Tea Tree Oil ◽  
Tea Tree

Antibacterial Effect of Two Mineral Trioxide Aggregate (MTA) Preparations Against Enterococcus faecalis and Streptococcus sanguis In Vitro

2006 ◽  
Vol 32 (11) ◽  
pp. 1053-1056 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khalid Al-Hezaimi ◽  
Thakib A. Al-Shalan ◽  
Jafar Naghshbandi ◽  
Samuel Oglesby ◽  
James H.S. Simon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Enterococcus Faecalis ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Mineral Trioxide Aggregate ◽  
Streptococcus Sanguis

New manufacturing process to develop antibacterial dyed polyethylene terephthalate sutures using plasma functionalization and chitosan immobilization

2021 ◽  
pp. 152808372110505
Author(s):  
Nesrine Bhouri ◽  
Faten Debbabi ◽  
Abderrahmen Merghni ◽  
Esther Rohleder ◽  
Boris Mahltig ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Polyethylene Terephthalate ◽  
Manufacturing Process ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Inhibition Zone ◽  
The United States ◽  
Mechanical Tests ◽  
Inflammatory Reactions ◽  
Plasma Functionalization

The main purpose of this paper is to develop a new manufacturing process leading to have antibacterial dyed non-absorbable braided polyethylene terephthalate (PET) sutures using biocompatible and non-toxic products. This manufacturing process allows better visibility of sutures in the surgical field and reduces the risk of infections and inflammatory reactions without affecting the mechanical properties while meeting the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) requirements. Plasma functionalization, acrylic acid (AA) grafting, and bioactive chitosan (CH) coating were used before the dyeing process with a biocompatible non-toxic acid dye, approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The influence of experimental parameters on the suture properties and the K/S values of the dyed sutures are investigated. Infrared spectroscopy confirms the presence of new bonds to immobilize chitosan on the surface of the suture. Mechanical tests confirm that the mechanical properties of sutures have not been affected. The in vitro antibacterial effect of dyed PET sutures showed an inhibition zone of 11 mm against S. aureus, 4 mm against P. aeruginosa, and 1 mm against E. coli. This study reveals that the new finishing process of sutures is a promising method to achieve an antibacterial effect with a uniform shade and smooth surfaces.

scholarly journals In vitro antibacterial effect of wasp (Vespa orientalis) venom

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
pp. 22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jafar Jalaei ◽  
Mehdi Fazeli ◽  
Hamid Rajaian ◽  
Seyed Shekarforoush
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Vespa Orientalis

scholarly journals Photothermal-assisted antibacterial application of GO-Ag against clinical isolated MDR E. coli

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuqing Chen ◽  
Wei Wu ◽  
Zeqiao Xu ◽  
Cheng Jiang ◽  
Shuang Han ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Graphene Oxide ◽  
Near Infrared ◽  
Antibacterial Effect ◽  
Luria Bertani ◽  
Fluorescent Imaging ◽  
Photothermal Effect ◽  
Antibacterial Efficiency ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Morphology Characterization

Abstract Background: Treatment of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacterial infection is a great challenge in public health. Herein, we provide a solution to this problem with the use of graphene oxide-silver (GO-Ag) nanocomposites as anti-bacterial agent. Methods: Following established protocols, silver nanoparticles were grown on graphene oxide sheets. Then, a series of in-vitro studies were conducted to validate the antibacterial efficiency of the GO-Ag nanocomposites against clinical MDR Escherichia coli (E. coli) strains. Firstly, minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of different antimicrobials were tested against MDR E. Coli strains. Then, bacteria viability assessments were conducted with different nanomaterials in Luria-Bertani (LB) broth. Afterwards, photothermal irradiation was conducted on MDR E. coli with lower GO-Ag concentration. At last, fluorescent imaging and morphology characterization using scanning electron microscope (SEM) were done to find the possible cause of antibacterial effect. Results: GO-Ag nanocomposites showed the highest antibacterial efficiency among tested antimicrobials. Synergetic antibacterial effect was observed in GO-Ag nanocomposites treated group. The remained bacteria viabilities were 4.4% and 4.1% respectively for different bacteria strains with GO-Ag concentration at 14.0 µg mL-1. In addition, GO-Ag nanocomposites have strong absorption in the near-infrared field and can convert the electromagnetic energy to heat. With the use of this photothermal effect, effective sterilization could be achieved using GO-Ag nanocomposites concentration as low as 7.0 µg mL-1. Fluorescent imaging and morphology characterization were used to analyze bacteria living status, which uncovered that bacteria integrity was disrupted after GO-Ag nanocomposites treatment. Conclusions: GO-Ag nanocomposites are proved to be efficient antibacterial agent against multi-drug resistant E. coli. Their strong antibacterial effect arises from inherent antibacterial property and photothermal effect that provides aid for bacteria killing.

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