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511 articles for “Anti – infective”
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Clinical Fusariosis in India: Taxonomy, Pathogenesis, and Therapeutic Challenges
Abstract: Fusarium species are emerging opportunistic pathogens in humans, responsible for a wide spectrum of infections ranging from superficial keratitis and onychomycosis to life-threatening disseminated disease in immunocompromised hosts. Historically regarded as plant pathogens and environmental saprophytes, these hyaline moulds have become clinically relevant with the increasing use of intensive chemotherapy, haematopoietic stemcell and solidorgan transplantation, and widespread use of broadspectrum antibiotics and corticosteroids. In India, Fusarium assumes particular importance due …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Biodegradable and Natural Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Composites for Antimicrobial Coatings in Biomedical Applications
Abstract: Since they make medical equipment more biocompatible and practical, biomedical polymers are quite crucial for the advancement of medical technologies. One of the most exciting applications for biomedical polymers is their possible use as protective drug coatings for devices. These coatings aim to limit bacterial binding and biofilm growth, two key causes of illnesses acquired after implantation. Scientists are searching for fresh approaches to combat microorganisms as the issue of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 392–405 Read article
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Unani Traditional, Phytochemical and Pharmacological Review on Mentha arvensis
Abstract: Lots of routinely used herbal derivatives in our daily life has significant medicinal properties which are widely used throughout the world without knowing its true medicinal value and importance. Mentha arvensis commonly known as Pudina belongs to the family Lamiacea, widely distributed all over India. Herbal extracts of M. arvensis are used for maintenance and restoration of health and cure of diseases since time unknown which have immense importance even …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 25–32 Read article
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Unani Medicinal Plants with Anti-HIV Potential
Abstract: Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a result of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection which subsequently leads to severe suppression of immune functions. AIDS is a significant threat to the health of mankind as there is no curative treatment for HIV infection and AIDS. Current anti-retroviral therapies (ART) are quite expensive or unaffordable by common man and are associated with adverse effects and rapid emergence of drug resistance. Therefore, the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Modern Vaccines with DIVA Capability: An Overview
Abstract: DIVA vaccines are designed to achieve twin-goals of the immunological protection of the host and the immunological differentiation of the infected from the vaccinated animals (DIVA) with a companion immunodiagnostic test. The DIVA strategy is used in countries that follow the vaccination path for elimination of an infectious disease and ultimately to achieve the disease-free status for international trade. This strategy has also been advocated for and adopted in the …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Stavudine Lamivudine Efavirenz Combination Therapy for Treatment of HIV Infection in Tertiary Care Hospital - A Retrospective Observational Study
Abstract: Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy has transformed human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection into a chronic manageable disease. Compliance is the biggest challenge in low and middle income country like India where social and religious agenda play an important role. Efavirenz based HAART is current standard of care in management of HIV infected patients. The objective of the present study was to know efficacy of combination regimen of stavudine, lamivudine and efavirenz …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Usage Pattern of Antibiotics for Management of Pneumonia
Abstract: AbstractPneumonia has evolved as one of the deadly infections globally and is a cause of concern all over the world. It is an air borne infection affecting the alveoli of the lungs and is caused by virus, bacteria, fungus etc. Antibiotic therapy is the most commonly available therapy in cases of pneumonia. Hence analysis of prescribing pattern of narrow and broad-spectrum antibiotics in pneumonia patients is essential for better treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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Natural Antibodies Against Enteromicrobes and their Toxins for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract: Autoimmune diseases (ADs) are thought to be brought on by the host immune system accidentally attacking and destroying its own tissue. “Molecular mimicry,” which asserts that antibodies against an infectious agent cross-react with a self-antigen possessing an identical or similar antigenic epitope, is a generally recognised theory to explain the pathogenic mechanism of ADs. This theory, however, was probably developed using false antibody assay data that was heavily impacted by …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Bacteriophages- A New Frontier in Medicine
Abstract: Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that specifically target and infect bacteria, offering an innovative alternative to traditional antibiotic treatments, especially in the face of rising antibiotic resistance. The resurgence of phage therapy has been driven by the increasing prevalence of multidrug-resistant bacterial strains and the slowdown in the development of new antibiotics. Phages, unlike antibiotics, target specific bacterial strains, reducing the impact on the natural microbiota and potentially offering a …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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Efficacy of Rapid Diagnostic Tests in Relation to ELISA in Hepatitis B and C Infection
Abstract: Background: Hepatitis B surface antigen and Hepatitis C antibodies in circulation are the common markers used for diagnosis of Hepatitis B and C infection. Though ELISA is the gold standard for detection of these markers, rapid diagnostic tests like immunochromatography is used in most of the centers for quick screening of cases. This study is undertaken to compare the result of both methods. Method: Both ICT and ELISA test were …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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Different Herbal Approaches for Treatment of Viral Infections
Abstract: Viral infection like the regular cold, influenza, gastroenteritis, chickenpox herpes, hepatitis (Hep), (HIV), and flu are lethal in the greater part of cases, and treatment with manufactured medications may treat viral infection successfully yet have numerous long-lasting antagonistic results for other imperative organs of the human body. Numerous antiviral drugs as of now in clinical use have a thin range of action, restricted remedial handiness, and variable harmfulness. On the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 14–23 Read article
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Evaluating the Antibacterial Perspective of Cuminaldehyde, a component of Cuminum cyminum Against Some Common Human Intestinal Pathogens
Abstract: The increasing failures of chemotherapeutics and antibiotic resistance exhibited by pathogenic microbial infectious agents have led to the study on Cuminum cyminum (Family: Apiaceae) for its potential antimicrobial activity against common intestinal pathogens. Cuminaldehyde is considered as the principal component and is believed to be the chief chemical constituent for exhibiting bactericidal activity. The present investigation involved exploration of antibacterial property of cuminaldehyde against some common human intestinal pathogens such …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 10–12 Read article
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3D-QSAR Studies, Molecular Docking and Adme Property Prediction of Mannosyl Triazoles Used as Potent Antiadhesives of Uropathogenic E. coli
Abstract: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common infectious diseases, accounting for almost five million cases annually and causing considerable morbidity and mortality. Escherichia coli is a commensal inhabitant of the mammalian large intestine and the most common cause of UTIs in humans. Increasing incidence of antibiotic-resistant E. coli causing up to 95% of these infections, calls for additional therapeutic considerations. In this study, 3D-quantitative structure-activity relationship (3D-QSAR) analysis …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Evaluating the Use of Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Surgical Procedures: A Study Conducted at a Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital in Southern India
Abstract: Background: Prophylactic antibiotics can reduce the frequency of postoperative wound infections. Well-designed trials have demonstrated that the appropriate administration of prophylactic antibiotics in surgeries can reduce postoperative infections to about one-half of the incidence in untreated patients. Objectives: To examine surgeon's adherence to the hospital's antibiotic policy by comparing and assessing the usage of antibiotics as prophylactic before surgery. Methods: A prospective observational study was carried out among inpatients in …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 7–17 Read article
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Bacteriophage Therapy in Dairy Farming: A Potential Alternative to Antibiotics
Abstract: The widespread use of antibiotics in dairy farming to control bacterial infections has led to significant challenges, including the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and concerns over antibiotic residues in milk. Consequently, there is an increasing demand for alternative approaches to control bacterial infections in dairy cattle. One promising solution is bacteriophage therapy, which uses viruses that selectively infect and destroy bacteria. As a result, the need for new strategies to …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Cynodon Dactylon: Antimicrobial Potential of Crude Extract as Valuable Medicinal Plant
Abstract: Cynodon dactylon (Poacae) is a well known traditional plant used as a folk remedy in treatment of many symptoms and diseases like cramps, measles, tumors, wounds, warts, fever and rheumatic affections. In this study, the antimicrobial activity of the plant crude extract from three different extraction (hot and cold aqueous extraction, methanol extraction) was investigated against some of the gram positive bacteria (Staphylococcus epidermidis, Bacillus cereus) and gram negative bacteria …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Bacteriological and Yeast Profile in Clinical Samples from Immunocompromised Persons (Especially in HIV and Cancer Patients) and Their Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern
Abstract: AbstractImmunocompromised host describes a patient who is on increased risk to acquire infection due to congenital or acquired abnormality of the immune system. In the past few decades, the population of immunocompromised hosts has expanded enormously, due to the increased use of immunosuppressive conditions like HIV, cancer, etc. This study was planned to know the spectrum of organisms and trend of antimicrobial susceptibility pattern in immunocompromised patients. All hospitalized patients …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Antimicrobial Resistance and AI-Based Strategies for Rapid Pathogen Detection
Abstract: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become a major global health threat, significantly reducing the effectiveness of antimicrobial therapies and increasing the burden of infectious diseases worldwide. The rapid emergence of multidrug-resistant pathogens has created an urgent need for faster, more accurate, and scalable diagnostic approaches to support timely treatment and effective infection control. Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising technology capable of transforming pathogen detection and AMR surveillance through …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 26–36 Read article
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A Review of Biofilm: Mechanism of Dispersal and Eradication Strategies for Medical Devices
Abstract: Biofilm is formed by the adhesion of different microorganisms with each other and to the surface forming a matrix-like structure. Biofilm on medical devices forms over a period which causes severe infections and is harmful to immune-suppressed patients. Therefore, removal from the medical devices is required to get rid of it. These biofilms can be removed by various methods such as scrubbing or high-pressure spraying, steam removal, and usage of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 51–56 Read article
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Formulation And Evaluation Of Itraconazole Loaded Solid Lipid Nanoparticles For Tinea Cruris:A Promising Approach To Combat Antifungal Drug Resistance
Abstract: A fungal infection of the skin is among the most prevalent dermatological conditions worldwide. When used topically, gel formulations are among the best dose forms for treating skin infections. A promising method to reach the deeper layers of the skin and improve itraconazole (ITZ) permeability through the stratum corneum is nanotechnology. The production of ITZ-loaded nanoparticles (ITZ NPs) was accomplished through the evaporation emulsion method, and subsequently, these nanoparticles were …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article