The effect of N-acetylcysteine on biofilms: Implications for the treatment of respiratory tract infections
In airway infections, biofilm formation has been demonstrated to be responsible for both acute and chronic events, and constitutes a genuine challenge in clinical practice. Difficulty in eradicating biofilms with systemic antibiotics has led clinicians to consider the possible role of non-antibiotic therapy. The aim of this review is to examine current evidence for the use of N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in the treatment of biofilm-related respiratory infections.
Source: Respiratory Medicine CME - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Francesco Blasi, Clive Page, Gian Maria Rossolini, Lucia Pallecchi, Maria Gabriella Matera, Paola Rogliani, Mario Cazzola Tags: Review article Source Type: research