Mycobacterium leprae

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Description

Mycobacterium leprae is a type of Detrimental Mycobacterium Bacteria.

 

These Substances may Kill/Suppress Mycobacterium leprae

Prescribed Medications

 Rifampin (used in conjunction with other Pharmaceutical Antibiotics) may kill Mycobacterium leprae.

 

Terpenes

 Asiaticoside may dissolve the waxy coating of Mycobacterium leprae.  [1]

 

Vitamins

 Vitamin C may inhibit Mycobacterium leprae.  [2]

 

These Herbs may Suppress Mycobacterium leprae

 Gotu Kola contains a substance (Asiaticoside) that may dissolve the waxy coating of Mycobacterium leprae.  [3]

 

Toxic Effects of Mycobacterium leprae

Immune System

 Mycobacterium leprae is directly responsible for Leprosy.

 

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