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GlossaryMinimum Inhibitory Concentration

lowest concentration of an antimicrobial that stops microorganism growth

Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) is the lowest concentration of an antimicrobial agent, such as an antibiotic, that prevents visible growth of a microorganism in a lab setting. This measurement helps determine the effectiveness of a drug against a specific pathogen and guides appropriate dosage for treating infections.

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research Minimum Concentration of Stingless Bee Propolis (Trigona sp.) in Inhibiting the Growth of Dandruff Bacteria

June 2021 in “Current Biochemistry”

Stingless bee propolis at a 6.25% concentration effectively stops dandruff-causing bacteria growth, performing better than ketoconazole.

research Formulation and Evaluation of Antifungal Activity of Anti-Dandruff Gel Shampoo with Lemongrass Oil (Cymbopogon citratus)

1 citations, December 2018 in “Talenta Conference Series Tropical Medicine (TM)”

Lemongrass oil in gel shampoo effectively fights dandruff, with 10% concentration being the most effective.

Synergistic Antibacterial Activity and Wound Healing Properties of Selenium-Chitosan-Mupirocin Nanohybrid System: An In Vivo Study on Rat Diabetic Staphylococcus Aureus Wound Infection Model

research Synergistic Antibacterial Activity and Wound Healing Properties of Selenium-Chitosan-Mupirocin Nanohybrid System: An In Vivo Study on Rat Diabetic Staphylococcus Aureus Wound Infection Model

49 citations, February 2020 in “Scientific reports”

The nanohybrid system significantly improved wound healing and showed strong antibacterial activity.

research Synthesis of Novel Iron Nanoparticles Using the Aqueous Extract of the Pumpkin Plant and Their Use in the Treatment of Burns

2 citations, October 2021 in “Egyptian Journal of Chemistry”

Iron nanoparticles made from pumpkin extract effectively treated burns and promoted healing in mice.

research Three Isolations of Chaetomium Globosum from Erythematous Epilation of Canine Skin

9 citations, January 2008 in “Medical mycology”

A dog's skin infection caused by the fungus Chaetomium globosum was effectively treated with ketoconazole.

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