Antibacterial potential and mechanism of action of botanicals and phytochemicals from Stachytarpheta cayennensis (Verbenaceae) against Gram-negative multidrug-resistant phenotypes expressing efflux pumps

Abstract

Background: The effectiveness of antibiotics in the fight against bacterial infections motivated their massive use which resulted in the appearance of resistant bacteria. This phenomenon is nowadays in constant evolution and represents a major problem of public health. In this respect, the search for new molecules for fighting against bacterial resistance is essential. […]

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