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21 articles for “Ciprofloxacin”
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Estimation of Amoxicillin Trihydrate and Ciprofloxacin Hydrochloride from Different Marketed Brands of Tablets by UV Spectroscopy
Abstract: In the present work percentage of drug content of Amoxicillin trihyadrate and Ciprofloxacin from the marketed brands of tablets was estimated by UV spectrophotometer. Three different brands of tablets each of Amoxicillin (Mox, Novamox and Erox) and Ciprofloxacin (Cifran, Ciplox and Microflox) are purchased from the retail drug store and all the brands of tablets of Amoxicillin and Ciprofloxacin drug content was estimated from the standard calibration curve of both …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 31–34 Read article
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Synthesis and Synergistic Effects of Ciprofloxacin Conjugated Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
Abstract: Zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) are known as a multifunctional material because of its unique physical and chemical properties. The result of zinc oxide nano powder was characterized using various analytical techniques, such as UV-Vis spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) patterns. Synthesized zinc oxide nano powder was stored in dried form in the room temperature for further study. …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 61–71 Read article
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Alcoholic and Aqueous Extract of Eucaluyptus Globules Posses Antimicrobial Activity and Antifungal Property Confined only to Alcoholic Extract
Abstract: Alcoholic and aqueous extract of leaves of Eucalyptus globulus was studied for in vitro for its antimicrobial and antifungal activity. The study was done against gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus), gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coil and Pseudomonas aeruginosa) and fungus (Candida albicans). The evaluation was done by determining its inhibition zone. Result demonstrated that alcoholic extract has broad spectrum antibacterial and antifungal activity on gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria and fungus, whereas the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 26–29 Read article
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Exploring the Potentials of Quercetin and Kaempferol combinations along with Regular Antibiotics for the Effective Management of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Abstract: The methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium that offers the challenge to numerous antibiotics which leads to a variety of problems, ranging from skin infections and sepsis to pneumonia. The natural products based management somewhat opened hope towards the betterment of the present era where the combination with currently available medicines has been studied clinically. Antibiotics (cefixime, ceftriaxone, erythromycin, ciprofloxacin, cephradine, methicillin, ampicillin, levofloxacin, and amoxicillin) and flavonoids (quercetin, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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In vitro Combination Studies of Antibiotics against Bacterial Pathogens
Abstract: Antibiotic-resistant microorganisms are emerging worldwide and causing serious complications. As these microorganisms are resistant to most of the contemporary antibiotics, their control is becoming as a global health concern. Therefore, there is a need for new alternative compounds or strategies that are effective against these microbial infections and in preventing or delaying their resistance. This study was carried out to test Rifampicin as an adjuvant therapeutic agent in the treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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In vitro Anthelmintic and Antibacterial Potentialities of Methanol Extract from the Leaf and Bark of Lawsonia inermis Linn. (Family: Lythraceae)
Abstract: Due to the availability of the genus Lawsonia in Bangladesh, the present study was aim to investigate the phytochemical screening, anthelmintic and antimicrobial potentialities of methanol extract from the leaf and bark of Lawsonia inermis L. The phytochemical screening was performed by chemical group tests for both the extract which indicate the presence of several chemical groups including steroids, alkaloids, flavanoids, tannins and saponins. The anthelmintic activity was performed by …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Antibiotic Resistance Patterns of Helicobacter pylori in Africa
Abstract: To eradicate Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori), antibiotic therapy must be adapted to the local resistance patterns. However, the epidemiology of drug resistance pattern of H. pylori is poorly documented in Africa. Therefore, the present review is aimed to review the prevalence of antibiotic resistant H. pylori from previous studies in Africa. A computerized English language literature search of PubMed, MEDLINE and Google Scholar was performed in January 2016. Only 11 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Benzimidic Acid Derivatives as Potential Anti-Escherichia coli Agent for Preventing Nosocomial Infections
Abstract: Based on the global fame of benzimidic acid/benzoic acid derivatives in exhibiting antimicrobial activities against a variety of pathogens (particularly nosocomial infections), two novel compounds (S1 and S2) of benzimidic acid scaffold were rationally designed from a hydrazine derivative and fabricated using the conventional synthesis technique. Through sophisticated instruments, the molecules were comprehensively characterized and investigated for antibacterial activity against pathogenic Escherichia coli strain (MTCC 2961). The novel benzimidic compound …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Antibiotic Resistance in the Bacterial Isolates of Bengaluru Lakes
Abstract: Increased urbanization in Bengaluru has resulted in excessive drainage of antibiotic-resistant bacteria into its pristine lakes via sewage and seepage. This pollution of the resistant bacteria is a direct result of the unregulated use and abuse of antibiotics which has only increased over the years and become a global health threat. Regarding this issue, we conducted a study to confirm the presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in Bengaluru lakes. For this, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Bacteriological Study of Urinary Tract Infection in Male Patients Undergoing Dialysis due to Chronic Kidney Disease in Tertiary Care Hospitals in Nepal
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common problem among males compared to females due to stress, alcoholism, hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Due to urinary stagnation, alkalization of urine and absence of flushing action, the presence of urinary tract infection (UTI) in CKD of males is higher compared to normal males. Bacterial species causing UTI are Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp., …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–19 Read article
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Comparison between Methanolic and Ethanolic Extract of Calendula offcinalis (Antimicrobial agent) against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria
Abstract: The aim of the present study was to determine the antimicrobial study of methanolic and ethanolic extracts of marigold/zendu (Marathi) (Calendula officinalis linn.) petals against gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens. The antimicrobial study of C. officinalis extracts has been evaluated by disc diffusion method against number of bacteria and methanolic extract of C. officinalis exhibited better antibacterial activity against most of the bacteria tested, than ethanolic extract. Both methanol and ethanol …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–25 Read article
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Antibiotic Resistance Studies in Streptococcus mutans Isolated from Dental Plaque Samples
Abstract: Dental plaque is an archetypical biofilm composed of a complex microbial community. It is the etiological agent for major dental diseases such as dental caries and periodontal disease. Streptococcus mutans has been heavily implicated in dental plaque formation. The control of plaque can be achieved by mechanical oral hygiene procedures. However, in many cases, that is not enough to completely get rid of the biofilm. The addition of antiplaque or …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 64–72 Read article
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Evaluation of Respiratory Tract Infectious Pathogens and Their Antibiotic Sensitivity in a South Indian Hospital
Abstract: This study is aimed to determine prevalence of infectious agents causing respiratory tract infection (RTIs) and their sensitivity to antibiotics. The study was conducted in Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences of Kadapa in Andhra Pradesh in South India from December 2013 to May 2014. Patients who were clinically suspected of RTIs were included in the study. Sputum, throat swab and pleural fluid samples were collected aseptically from the patients …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Molecular Identification of Common Bacterial Infection in Chronic Otitis Media in an Outpatient Department of Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Chronic otitis media (COM) is a chronic inflammation of the mucoperiosteum of the middle ear left which leads to profuse discharge from the ear and hearing impairment that may have a serious long-term effect on language, auditory and cognitive development and on educational progress. In the present study, the prevalence of culture-positive cases of an active mucosal variety of COM was 92.65%. Pseudomonas aeruginosa (41.2%) was the predominant aerobic bacterial …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 18–24 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Applications of Poly (2-Methyl Aniline-co-2-Chloro Aniline) and Poly (2-Methyl Aniline-co-2-Chloro Aniline)-Nanocomposite-CuO
Abstract: The copolymer and its composite, poly (2-methyl aniline-co-2-chloro aniline) and poly (2-methyl aniline-co-2-chloro aniline)-nanocomposite-CuO respectively were synthesized by chemical oxidative polymerization method using ammonium persulphate as oxidant, sodium lauryl sulphate as surfactant and HCl as dopant. The synthesized copolymer and composite were characterized by FTIR, UV-Visible and 1H NMR spectroscopy. The thermal stability was determined by TGA/DTA. The copolymer and copolymer nanocomposite with CuO were found to be thermally more …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 35–45 Read article
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Susceptibility Patterns of ESBL Positive Uropathogenic Escherichia coli to CLSI Recommended Group Drugs for Enterobacteriaceae
Abstract: Bacterial pathogens causing acute infections are increasingly exhibiting resistance to the commonly used antibiotics and have thus become a great threat to public health. The failure of empirical therapy is frequently observed, even in community-acquired urinary tract infections. We, therefore, conducted a study in 2009-10 to find out what proportion of urinary tract infections with Escherichia coli were caused by ESBL producers, the assessment susceptibility pattern of ESBL positive and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2012 · pp. 6–13 Read article
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Prevalence of Urinary Tract Infection among Suspected Female Patients Attending Manipal Teaching Hospital, Pokhara, Nepal
Abstract: Urinary tract infection (UTI) is a serious health problem affecting millions of people, commonly females, each year around the world. UTI is defined by a combination of clinical features or symptoms and the presence of bacteria in urine or presence of more than 100,000 CFU/mL after urine culture. Clinical symptoms of UTI include frequency, dysuria, abdominal pain, back pain, fever, and urgency. Diagnosis of UTI relies on both urinalysis and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 20–32 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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A Study on Antibiotic Susceptibility Pattern of Staphylococcus Aureus Isolated from Acne and the Evaluation of Anti-Staphylococcal Activity using Natural Herbs
Abstract: The study aimed to isolate antibiotic resistant S. aureus from acne of college students and screening natural remedies to control acne S. aureus. Totally nine isolates exhibited yellow colonies on Mannitol Salt Agar (MSA) and the metallic black colony with a zone of clearance in Baird Parker Agar medium was used. Gram staining of these isolates exhibited Gram-positive cocci in bunches and biochemical tests revealed that the isolates were citrate …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 21–31 Read article
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An Overview on Potential of Piperine as a Bioavailability Enhancer
Abstract: Oral absorption of drug is significant issue particularly when the medication is ineffectively bioavailable, given for extensive stretches and costly. Bioenhancers can be characterized as substance elements, which when blended in with drugs advance and expand their bioavailability without indicating any synergistic impact with the medication. The elements like poisonousness, cost, helpless bioavailability and long haul organization of medications offer ascent to the need of bioenhancers which help conquer the …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Formulation, Development and Production · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 41–47 Read article