Validation of the anti-infective potential of a polyherbal ‘Panchvalkal’ preparation, and elucidation of the molecular basis underlining its efficacy against Pseudomonas aeruginosa

Abstract Background A Panchvalkal formulation (Pentaphyte P-5®) mentioned in ancient texts of Indian traditional medicine was investigated for its anti-infective potential against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Methods Effect of the test formulation on bacterial growth and pigment production was evaluated...

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Main Authors: Chinmayi Joshi, Pooja Patel, Hanmanthrao Palep, Vijay Kothari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-01-01
Series:BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12906-019-2428-5