Fomepizole helps overcome antibiotic-resistant pneumonia in mice (IMAGE)

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Fomepizole helps overcome antibiotic-resistant pneumonia in mice

Caption

For anaerobic bacteria, fermentation pathways are vital to maintain energy production. Their blocking, such as with fomepizole, disrupts energy production and this enhances the susceptibility of bacteria to antimicrobials.

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Carlos J. Orihuela (CC-BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

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