Berberine's Anticaries Potential Against Streptococcus mutans Shown in Study

Posted: September 2, 2025
A study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of berberine (BBR) from Coptis chinensis Franch. against Streptococcus mutans, a key player in dental caries. BBR inhibited planktonic S. mutans growth, biofilm formation, and virulence factors without cytotoxicity to host cells. The study suggests BBR as a potential novel anticaries agent for clinical use, offering insights into its mechanism of action and biocompatibility.

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