Journal of Pharmacological Reports
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Abstract

Evolvulus alsinoides: An Emerging Antibacterial Medicinal Herb

Babita Gollen and Jogender Mehla

Nowadays, antibiotic resistance, a global problem is growing rapidly. Many existing antibiotics are associated with multidrug-resistant pathogens. Antibiotic resistance may lead to higher medical costs, and increased mortality. Many infectious diseases have been treated with several herbal drugs since ancient times. In previous studies, several medicinal plants showed promising antimicrobial activities. In this short commentary, we reviewed the antibacterial activity of Evolvulus alsinoides.