The results from this study could be applied to clinical use. For example, we found group A strepto- cocci, the most common pathogenic bacteria causing sore throat in human, was very sensitive to makrut lime essential oils. Development of these essential oils throat spray may lead to the prevention or treatment of streptococcal pharyngotonsillitis. Likewise, an essential oil throat spray may be able to prevent noso- comial acquired pneumonia from resistant bacteria in hospitalized patients with respiratory conditions.
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Further studies are needed and may lead to clinical use of alternative medicine from natural sources.
In conclusion, makrut lime leaf oil and makrut lime oil had excellent antibacterial activities against various respiratory pathogens including the multi- resistant bacteria. These essential oils may be im- portant for drug development for prevention and treat- ment of many bacterial diseases.