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MAC & Bronchiectasis | Last Active: Apr 3 3:31pm | Replies (35)
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I found this study very interesting. It looks at the use of the herb Coptis Chinensis in increasing the susceptibility of certain antibiotics (or decreased MIC's) for Mycobacterium Abscessus.

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wolfplanetzero | @wolfplanetzero | Jun 28, 2025

Thanks Kathy. Coptis is in the berberine family, which might be easier to find in the west. The study authors concluded that coptis or berberine should be equally effective when paired with antibiotics. Peace and best wishes.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jun 28, 2025

Thanks Kathy - this is a preliminary study - outside the body. I have been searching for any more recent that show effects within the body.
The bad news is - nothing new that I can access.

The good news is that this herb, also known as berberine, seems to have good effects at enhancing the effects of several antibiotics against a number of antibiotic resistant bacteria.

The even better news is - this appears to be a safe herb, probably worth trying as an adjunct therapy with the consent of your doctor.

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