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Gram stain evaluation in dermatovenereology clinic and microbiology laboratories: case series Kusumadewi, Yolanda Pitra; Kholidah, Siti Nurhayati; Susetiati, Devi Artami; Nuryastuti, Titik
Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Available online : 1 June 2025
Publisher : Indonesian Society for Clinical Microbiology (Perhimpunan Dokter Spesialis Mikrobiologi Klinik Indonesia)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51559/jcmid.v5i1.59

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Introduction: The normal vaginal flora consists of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria; Lactobacillus sp. is the main microorganism in the vagina. In bacterial vaginosis, there is a decrease in Lactobacillus sp. and an increase in pathogenic bacteria. Direct gram staining of vaginal fluid is the standard microbiological method for diagnosing bacterial vaginosis. Gram staining allows us to distinguish between gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria based on differential staining with crystal violet iodine complex and safranin. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the gram stain results between the dermatovenereology clinic and microbiology laboratories. Case description: Direct gram staining of vaginal or cervical swabs was carried out on women aged 19 years, women aged 29 years, and women aged 40 years. The gram staining was carried out at the dermatovenereology clinic and microbiology laboratory with different results between the two locations. Conclusion: It is important to evaluate the process of taking vaginal fluid samples, making smears/slides, and gram staining so that the quality of the examination results is maintained
Ambroxol Therapy as an Antibiofilm Candidate in Diabetic Ulcer Patients Wahyuddin, Munifah; Sari, Ika Puspita; Asdie, Rizka Humardewayanti; Nuryastuti, Titik
Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia Vol. 11 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Mandala Pharmacon Indonesia
Publisher : Program Studi Farmasi Universitas Mandala Waluya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35311/jmpi.v11i1.791

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Patients with diabetic ulcers are susceptible to infection because the tissue in their extremities is constantly exposed to various pathogenic bacteria, so biofilm formation plays an important role in developing the disease. Based on previous studies, ambroxol can inhibit the formation of biofilm bacteria. The purpose of this study was to identify biofilm-forming bacteria, prove that ambroxol has the potential to inhibit and eradicate biofilms formed by bacteria in diabetic ulcers and analyse the potential of ambroxol in eradicating biofilms formed by bacteria in diabetic ulcer patients based on PEDIS and SEM scores. The method used was a 96-well microtiter plate assay (MtPA) with crystal violet and MTT staining techniques, a test using human samples with a quasi-experimental method with sampling carried out by nonprobability sampling. The samples used were diabetic ulcer patients with culture results forming biofilms. The results obtained identified 3 clinical isolates that formed biofilms with 100% Gram-negative bacteria, including two isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and one isolate of Escherichia coli with the ability to form biofilms are moderate. Ambroxol effectively inhibits and eradicates 50% of biofilms formed by diabetic ulcer bacteria at a minimum concentration of 1 mg/ml. Based on the PEDIS score and SEM images of diabetic ulcer patients, there was a decrease in the PEDIS score in each patient, with an average score of 2. Several studies have demonstrated that combining Ambroxol with antimicrobials can synergistically enhance the antibiotic's efficacy against biofilms. The co-administration of Ambroxol with other antimicrobial agents represents a promising approach to improving antibiotic effectiveness. Nevertheless, careful consideration must be given to the concentration of Ambroxol used.
Treatment of the cytokine storm in COVID-19: review of clinical pharmacology Sapriati, Aisyah Nur; Rahmawati, Fita; Nuryastuti, Titik
JSFK (Jurnal Sains Farmasi & Klinis) Vol 10 No 2 (2023): J Sains Farm Klin 10(2), Agustus 2023
Publisher : Fakultas Farmasi Universitas Andalas

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25077/jsfk.10.2.162-183.2023

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The cause of the COVID-19 pandemic can be attributed to the Acute Respiratory Syndrome Virus-2 (SARS-CoV-2). COVID-19 manifests with severe symptoms in the upper respiratory tract and can progress to a critical condition due to an acute hyperinflammatory response that triggers a cytokine storm. The cytokine storm refers to an excessive or impaired production of proinflammatory cytokines, resulting in immune dysregulation and uncontrolled inflammatory activity. To effectively address the hyperinflammatory state induced by SARS-CoV-2 infection, it is imperative to explore promising strategies aimed at overcoming the cytokine storm, such as the prompt initiation of anti-inflammatory therapy. Several classes of drugs can potentially prevent the deterioration of COVID-19 patients by mitigating immune system dysregulation and suppressing uncontrolled inflammatory responses. These drug classes encompass corticosteroids, chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, inhibitors of interleukin-1 (IL-1), inhibitors of interleukin-6 (IL-6), inhibitors of tumor necrosis factor (TNF), and anti-inflammatory drugs. Additionally, tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) inhibitors, as well as inhibitors targeting the Janus kinase signaling pathway and activator of transcription (JAK/STAT), have exhibited efficacy in treating COVID-19. This efficacy is evident when considering the drug's mechanism of action and pharmacokinetics, while also taking into account the tolerable side effects associated with their usage
Badai Sitokin pada Covid-19: Ulasan Naratif: Cytokine Storm in Covid-19: Narative Review Sapriati, Aisyah Nur; Rahmawati, Fita; Nuryastuti, Titik
Jurnal Surya Medika (JSM) Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Surya Medika (JSM)
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/jsm.v10i1.7243

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SARS-Cov-2 adalah virus yang dapat menyebabkan terjadinya penyakit COVID-19 yang parah yang terkait dengan peningkatan produksi sitokin/kemokin proinflamasi. Badai sitokin adalah pelepasan sitokin proinflamasi yang berlebihan atau tidak terkendali yang menyebabkan kekacauan pada sistem kekebalan tubuh dan respon inflamasi yang tidak terkendali. Artikel ini dibuat dengan tujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman terkait badai sitokin, patofisiologi yang menyertainya, manifestasi klinis, pengukuran laboratorium, dan faktor-faktor yang memicu terjadinya badai sitokin. Badai sitokin pada COVID-19 ini menyebabkan terjadinya kegagalan multi-organ bahkan kematian. Faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya badai sitokin pada pasien COVID-19 ini bukan saja disebabkan oleh adanya SARS-CoV-2 tetapi adanya factor pendukung lain seperti usia yang lebih tua, jenis kelamin laki-laki, golongan darah A serta adanya gangguan metabolisme pada pasien seperti peningkatan tekanan darah, obesitas maupun diabetes.
Effectiveness evaluation of antibiotic use in patients with Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection: a review As, Musdalifa; Ika Puspitasari; Nuryastuti, Titik
Indonesian Journal of Pharmacology and Therapy Vol 5 No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Faculty of Medicine, Public Health, and Nursing Universitas Gadjah Mada and Indonesian Pharmacologist Association or Ikatan Farmakologi Indonesia (IKAFARI)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22146/ijpther.10771

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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a pathogen that become a public health problem due to its ability to be resistant to more than three classes of antibiotics. Evaluation of the effectiveness of antibiotic use in patients with MRSA is important to optimize antibiotic use and to control antibiotic resistance. This article review attempted to evaluate the effectiveness of antibiotics in patients with MRSA. This review explored the results of previous research from PubMed as a literature source and the PRISMA flow diagram as a protocol for the article selection process. Eight studies reviewed the evaluation of the effectiveness of antibiotic use in MRSA patients with various clinical conditions, such as uncomplicated wound infections, cellulitis and no wound, purulent drainage or abscess, cSSSI infections caused by MRSA, infections caused by MRSA bacteremia and nosocomial infections caused by MRSA. In conclusion, the effectiveness of antibiotics in patients with MRSA infection depends on the clinical condition of each patient. Therefore, the use of antibiotics is adjusted based on the type of infection and the efficacy of the antibiotics. Combination therapy is recommended for MRSA patients considering its life-threatening ability.
Co-Authors . Mursiti Abu Tholib Aman Ade Christanti Putri Sidabutar Afdina Melya Ganes Febiyanti Aisyah Nur Sapriati Altaufik Ngani Amaia, Devika N. Amalia Setyati Aman, Alia Hanifa Aminy, Sayyidah A. Andi Ameilia Sari Riandika Anggraeni, Nuniek Annisa Aulia Savitri Annisa Somaningtyas Anton Pratama Apriyanto, Muchammad Arief Nurrochmad As, Musdalifa Atikana, Akhirta Atthobari Avanilla Fany Septyasari Bastiaan P. Krom, Bastiaan Bastian P. Krom Cicilia Widhi Astuti Cindy Elvionita Daru Estiningsih Dessy Kurnia Sari Devi Artami Susetiati Dewi Purbaningsih Dhannia Fitratiara Diah Susanti Diyan Ajeng Rossetyowati Diyan Ajeng Rossetyowati Djoko Wahyono Djoko Wahyono Dwi Utami Anjarwati Dwikisworo Setyowireni Edwin W. Daniwijaya Eggi Arguni Elya Antariksana Bachmida Emi Rusdiyati Endang Estriningsih Ervina Damayanti Estiningsih, Daru Estriningsih, Endang Firdhani Satia Primasari Fita Rahmawati Fita Rahmawati Galang Ridha Allatief Hakim, Mohamad Saifudin Hamzah, Hasyrul Hananun Zharfa Hanifah Handi Virawan Hardyanto Soebono Henk J. Busscher Henk J. Busscher, Henk J. Henny C. van der Mei Henny C. van der Mei, Henny C. Hera Nirwati Ika Puspita Sari Ika Puspita Sari Ika Puspita Sari Ika Puspita Sari Ika Puspita Sari Ika Puspita Sari IKA PUSPITA SARI Ika Puspitasari Ika Puspitasari Ika Puspitasari Ika Puspitasari Ilma Tazkiya Iman Iman Ishak SKM., MPH IWAN DWIPRAHASTO Kholidah, Siti Nurhayati Kris Kurniawan Kuwat Triyana LINDA SUKMARINI Linda, Vitia Ajeng Nur Lucky Herawati Luthvia Annisa Marselinus Edwin Widyanto Daniwijaya Maulidia, Faiqoh Nur Maulidiah, Rizka Mawarti, Yuli Meilia Nhadia Amalia Mubasysyir Hasanbasri Mujahidah, Mujahidah Mukhriani, Mukhriani Munifah Wahyuddin Mursiti, Mustofa, Handry Darussalam, Titik Nuryastuti, Mursiti, Mustofa Mustofa Nanang Munif Yasin Ni Luh Putu Vidya Paramita Niken Puspitasari Ning Rintiswati Nunung Yuniarti Nunung Yuniarti Nurkhalika, Rachmi Nurpagino, Bombong Prameshwara, Almarissa Ajeng Praseno Praseno Pratama, Anton Prawarni, Vidyadhari Puspa Prayoga, Muhammad Bagas Pujilestari, Dwi PUSPITA LISDIYANTI Qonita Imma Irfani Rachma Dewi Isnaini Putri Rahmawati, Fita Rakhmat Ari Wibowo Rebriarina Hapsari Retno Wahyuningrum Rina Triasih Ritmaleni, Ritmaleni Rizal Fauzi Rizka Humardewayanti Asdie Rizka Humardewayanti Asdie Rizqi Nurul Khasanah Roel Kuijer Roel Kuijer, Roel SAMUEL BUDI Sapriati, Aisyah Nur Setiawati, Setiawati SHANTI RATNAKOMALA Subagus Wahyuono Supriyati Susi Iravati Sylvia Utami Tunjung Pratiwi Takushi Kaneko Tatang Irianti Tina Amnah Ningsih Titi Ira Pangestuti Tri Murti Andayani Tri Murti Andayani Tri Wibawa Triana Hertiani Tristina Devi Azzahra Untari, Febriana Vera Olfiana Wahyuddin, Munifah Wihda Yanuar Wihda Yanuar Yanuar, Wihda Yeli Trimayanti Yolanda Pitra Kusumadewi Yusrizal Djam’an Saleh ZULLIES IKAWATI