How Does Resistance Develop Against Bacteriostatic Agents?
Bacterial resistance to bacteriostatic agents can develop through several mechanisms. These include mutation of target sites, increased efflux of the drug, enzymatic degradation of the agent, and acquisition of resistance genes through horizontal gene transfer. Antimicrobial resistance is a growing concern in toxicology and public health, necessitating ongoing research to develop new strategies and agents to combat resistant strains.
