In Vitro Screening of the Antibacterial and Anti-Candida Properties of Crushed Nonantimicrobial Drugs Frequently Prescribed in Nursing Homes

Oral care for frail older adults is currently a problem for nurses and nurse's aides in charge of oral health care (Chen, Naorungroj, Douglas,& Beck, 2013). Heavy dental plaque load is commonly observed, despite correct application of oral hygiene protocols. Several risk factors have been identified, such as oral dryness or daily use of antiseptic mouthwashes that unbalance the oral ecosystem. The current authors hypothesized that some nonantimicrobial drugs could also display antimicrobial properties when crushed and applied directly in contact with oral biofilms, thus altering the oral
Source: Research in gerontological nursing - Category: Geriatrics Authors: Source Type: research