Polymeric systems of antimicrobial peptides--strategies and potential applications

Molecules. 2013 Nov 14;18(11):14122-37. doi: 10.3390/molecules181114122.

Abstract

The past decade has seen growing interest in the investigation of peptides with antimicrobial activity (AMPs). One approach utilized in infection control is incorporation of antimicrobial agents conjugated with the polymers. This review presents the recent developments on polymeric AMP carriers and their potential applications in the biomedical and pharmaceutical fields.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Infective Agents / chemistry*
  • Anti-Infective Agents / pharmacology
  • Microbial Sensitivity Tests
  • Peptides / chemistry*
  • Peptides / pharmacology
  • Polymers / chemistry*
  • Polymers / pharmacology

Substances

  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Peptides
  • Polymers