Antibacterial activity of Cinnamomum cassia against multiple drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae

The irrational use of antibiotics in various fields like medicine, animal husbandry and industrial sectors is probably a major cause of the emergence of antibiotic resistance in pathogens and commensal organisms. It is a big challenge to modern clinical practices, as it could lead to therapeutic failures, financial losses, and the creation of a gene pool that could be passed on to humans. The use of medicinal plants can be considered as an alternative, with a consequent impact on microbial resistance. Spices and hearbs have been traditionally used as coloring agents, flavoring agents, preservatives, food additives and medicine in India. The present work aimed to find out the antimicrobial activity of Cinnamomum cassia on multi-drug resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae isolated from tap water. Natural spices might have anti-bacterial activity against other MDR bacteria and could be used for prevention of diseases.