Broad-spectrum anti-biofilm compound that enhances activity of antimicrobial agents for chronic infections and disinfection

About

cis-2-decenoic acid (CDA) is a naturally produced bacterial signaling molecule that combats chronic and resistant hard-to-treat infections by inducing microbial biofilms to disperse. CDA can disrupt or modulate communities of infecting or contaminating pathogens. CDA also makes microorganisms more susceptible to antimicrobial agents and, thus, can be used as an adjuvant to enhance the function of available antimicrobials.

Key Benefits

Broad Spectrum: Active against gram+ and gram- bacteria and fungi Effective: Nanomolar concentrations disrupt biofilms Versatile: Improves activity of various antimicrobials Natural: Signaling molecule synthesized by bacteria

Applications

Human health (oral care, chronic infections, wound care, Cystic Fibrosis, surgical site infections) Animal health Disinfection (medical and industrial) Anti-fouling

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