Antibacterial and Biofilm-inhibiting Activity of the Crude Psidium guajava Ethanolic Leaf Extracts against Biofilm-forming Staphylococcus epidermidis (ATCC 12228)

Authors

  • Leeland Anthony L. dela Luna, MS, PharmD, RPh Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila https://orcid.org/0009-0008-6574-7080
  • Ailyn M. Yabes, MScPH, DrPH Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9245-7926
  • Cecilia Nelia C. Maramba-Lazarte, MD, MScID, MScCT Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2117-5996
  • Irma R. Makalinao, MD, MA, PhD (ca) Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila
  • Lynn Crisanta R. Panganiban, MD Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2105-5516
  • Richard Henry P. Tiongco II, MD Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47895/amp.vi0.10918

Keywords:

Psidium guajava, catheter-related infections, Staphylococcus epidermidis, agar dilution

Abstract

Background and Objective. The emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant global health threat, with developing countries such as the Philippines facing particularly severe impacts due to resource limitations. The most affected by AMR is Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAIs), including Catheter-Related Bloodstream Infections (CRBSIs). These are commonly associated with biofilm-forming bacteria like Staphylococcus epidermidis, which complicates treatment due to antibiotic resistance. The Philippine variety of Psidium guajava, a folklorically used medicinal plant, has shown potential antimicrobial properties that could offer a new avenue for combating resistant pathogens.

Methods. This study evaluated the antibacterial and antibiofilm efficacy of crude Psidium guajava ethanolic leaf extracts (PGELE) against biofilm-forming S. epidermidis (ATCC 12228). PGELE was tested at five concentrations (ranging from 312.5 µg/mL to 10,000 µg/mL) using two-fold serial dilution to determine the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC) using agar dilution count method. For the Minimum Biofilm Inhibitory Concentration (MBIC) and Minimum Biofilm Eradication Concentration (MBEC), crude PGELE was tested at 0.25 x MIC, 0.5 x MIC, MIC, 2 x MIC and 4 x MIC.

Results. The MIC for PGELE against S. epidermidis was determined to be 2500 µg/mL, and the MBC was 5000 µg/mL, indicating that PGELE exhibits bactericidal activity. In biofilm assays, PGELE demonstrated strong antibiofilm activity at concentrations as low as 625 µg/ mL, inhibiting biofilm formation by more than 50%. However, PGELE did not eradicate preformed biofilms, as indicated by the MBEC results at concentrations ranging from 625 µg/mL to 10,000 µg/mL.

Conclusion. Psidium guajava ethanolic leaf extracts exhibit antibacterial and antibiofilm activities against S. epidermidis, particularly in preventing biofilm formation. These findings suggest that PGELE could be developed as an effective natural antimicrobial agent for use in healthcare settings to prevent CRBSIs and other infections caused by biofilm-forming pathogens. Further research and development are warranted to explore the potential of PGELE for antimicrobial drug development.

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2024-12-30

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Antibacterial and Biofilm-inhibiting Activity of the Crude Psidium guajava Ethanolic Leaf Extracts against Biofilm-forming Staphylococcus epidermidis (ATCC 12228). Acta Med Philipp [Internet]. 2024 Dec. 30 [cited 2025 Apr. 4];. Available from: https://actamedicaphilippina.upm.edu.ph/index.php/acta/article/view/10918

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