ACS Infect Dis March 2020 PMID 32017534

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis.

Maya A Farha, Omar M El-Halfawy, Robert T Gale, Craig R MacNair, Lindsey A Carfrae, Xiong Zhang, Nicholas G Jentsch, Jakob Magolan, Eric D Brown

Mentions

52
Peak: 6 in Jul 2020
across 6 sources since Mar 2020

Extended reach

416,589
potential audience

Total likes

164

Video views

3,653

Mentions per month

Mar 2020 – Aug 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter31 posts
  • News7 articles
  • Facebook5 posts
  • Bluesky4 posts
  • YouTube3 videos
  • Blogs2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions feature phrases like 'interesting' and 'show that cannabinoids exhibit antibacterial activity,' reflecting curiosity and support. The tone varies from scientific interest to hopeful anticipation, with users referencing research links and advocating for broader acknowledgment of cannabis' medicinal potential, which collectively suggest a positive yet cautious outlook.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the scientific findings about cannabinoids' antibacterial properties, showing general support for the research.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions demonstrate high interest, with many users asking for more details or sharing enthusiasm about the potential applications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference specific studies and express curiosity, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

While the news is seen as promising, discussions suggest a cautious optimism about real-world implications, hence a moderate impact score.

Abstract in brief

  • Cannabinoids, especially cannabigerol, show promising antibacterial activity against resistant bacteria like MRSA, including their ability to inhibit biofilm formation and eradicate existing biofilms.
  • The mechanism involves targeting the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane, with effectiveness demonstrated in both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, especially when their outer membrane is permeabilized.
  • Combining cannabinoids with existing antibiotics like polymyxin B enhances their potency, suggesting a broad-spectrum potential for cannabinoids as alternative or complementary antimicrobial agents.]

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
アーロン大塚
@AaronOtsuka · X

大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 7 likes · 4 shares · 49,741 followers View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Feb 5, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 21,367 followers View post →
✦Good psychopath cat✦
@NEO_n_cats007r · X

大麻の隠された抗生物質の可能性を明らかにする 発行日:2020年2月4日 #抗菌薬耐性 #抗菌性カンナビノイド https://t.co/GKR4p3Tb3r

Sep 29, 2023 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 414 followers View post →
Canna World
@cannaworld.bsky.social · Bluesky

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32017534/

Feb 5, 2024 · 3 likes · 1 share View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxV77

Dec 17, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 21,367 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@Ryszardrjk @smnkadoli @OneFallenAngelM @Kunzitoons @Hippie_of_Love @EmeraldZoo @Cogitatorium @_jena4n @tripprrr @Godzmazter @Bklynbby @deJager420 @TheCannaChronic @LARRYIRBY6 @HowardSteen4 @IslandStage @leebokseong6 @RicherVapours @JoshNewing @TheWeedBlog @weedcriticsTm @getintotheweeds @theoceanlawyers @kelmanlawcrypto @lisa_manziel YES! "Cannabis has long been known to contain antibacterial cannabinoids, potential antibiotic resistance has only been superficially investigated. Here, we show that cannabinoids exhibit antibacterial activity.." #MakePetitions Growing freedom worldwide. https://t.co/wDT4XLhtMI

Jan 19, 2022 · 2 likes · 9,862 followers View post →

All mentions

✦Good psychopath cat✦
@NEO_n_cats007r · X

RT @NEO_n_cats007r: 大麻の隠された抗生物質の可能性を明らかにする 発行日:2020年2月4日 #抗菌薬耐性 #抗菌性カンナビノイド https://t.co/GKR4p3Tb3r

Aug 23, 2025 · 2 shares · 414 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @Fynnderella1 @Condorfalcon35 @Stella__Assange @NeputeWellness @SunetraGupta @delbigtree @GVDBossche @JoshYoder @Thoma…

Mar 11, 2025 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @SabinehazanMD @gbdeclaration @MarchandSurgery @VPrasadMDMPH @RBReich @stemplet74 @DrJBhattacharya @bell00david @Marty…

Mar 11, 2025 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @StillmanMD @DrSamWhite @davidjthunder @DrPaulOffit @MdBreathe @DrStollman @dr_cartland @AdhesionsOrg @DocAhmadMalik @…

Mar 11, 2025 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Rene Sugar
@renesugar.bsky.social · Bluesky

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...

Jan 31, 2025 · 1 share View post →
CannaWorld
@cannaworldsite · X

RT @CannaWorld4: Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxV77

Dec 17, 2024 · 1 share · 39,839 followers View post →
Canna World
@cannaworld.bsky.social · Bluesky

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32017534/

Dec 17, 2024 · 2 likes View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxV77

Dec 17, 2024 · 2 likes · 1 share · 21,367 followers View post →
CannaWorld
@cannaworldsite · X

RT @CannaWorld4: Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Dec 3, 2024 · 1 share · 39,839 followers View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Dec 3, 2024 · 1 like · 1 share · 21,367 followers View post →
Canna World
@cannaworld.bsky.social · Bluesky

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32017534/

Dec 3, 2024 · 1 share View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@Terri5181089885 @TyCreateGreat @SherriNAPW @joeydark2Light Interesting; tell me more but

Nov 22, 2024 · 9,862 followers View post →
✦Good psychopath cat✦
@NEO_n_cats007r · X

RT @Neon_cats7R: 大麻の隠された抗生物質の可能性を明らかにする 発行日:2020年2月4日 #抗菌薬耐性 #抗菌性カンナビノイド https://t.co/GKR4p3Tb3r

Oct 13, 2024 · 2 shares · 414 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @Fynnderella1 @Condorfalcon35 @Stella__Assange @NeputeWellness @SunetraGupta @delbigtree @GVDBossche @JoshYoder @Thoma…

Aug 25, 2024 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @SabinehazanMD @gbdeclaration @MarchandSurgery @VPrasadMDMPH @RBReich @stemplet74 @DrJBhattacharya @bell00david @Marty…

Aug 25, 2024 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

RT @centerinventor1: @StillmanMD @DrSamWhite @davidjthunder @DrPaulOffit @MdBreathe @DrStollman @dr_cartland @AdhesionsOrg @DocAhmadMalik @…

Aug 25, 2024 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@StillmanMD @DrSamWhite @davidjthunder @DrPaulOffit @MdBreathe @DrStollman @dr_cartland @AdhesionsOrg @DocAhmadMalik @CaudeHenrion @amitavb1 @ammbra @anshulpareek8 @AntonJanseVanR2 @massihi_md @DrAseemMalhotra @DrJackieStone @Stuckelberger @DrChrisNorthrup @denisrancourt @FlavioCadegiani @GeorgeFareed2 @DrHenryEaly @HermanEdeling @P_McCulloughMD @nass_meryl @MarineMois @naomirwolf @DrKat4Fat @drnathimdladla @shmuelcshapira @drsimonegold @drstevejames @DrSuryaKant53 @DrSyedHaider @DrSyedHaider3 @lawrie_dr @DrTinaPeers @TonyHinton2016 @TracyBethHoeg @DrAndrewKnight @seanonolennon @ReeveWill @JulianMarley @MikeTyson @DrAnaMihalcea @InterestOfJust1 @LabFriedel @stkirsch @tnseyfried Test all (toxic) options to heal it? & cannabis "Cannabis has long been known to contain antibacterial cannabinoids, potential antibiotic resistance has only been superficially investigated. Here, we show that

Jun 27, 2024 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@SabinehazanMD @gbdeclaration @MarchandSurgery @VPrasadMDMPH @RBReich @stemplet74 @DrJBhattacharya @bell00david @MartyMakary @DrSuneelDhand @PierreKory @P_McCulloughMD @drcole12 @LynnFynn3 @StevePhillipsMD @JackieS82674799 @KLVeritas @jordanbpeterson @Mala_Naicker @DrLoupis @DrPPhillipsMD @DrAseemMalhotra @doc_turek @MdBreathe @DrTeckKhong @stephanieseneff @DrKellyVictory @benmarblemd @MartinKulldorff @richardursomd @doc_singing @molsjames @PCRM @MusingsbyDrDave @AAVS_AAVS @cecarnicom @MikeTyson @davidhaye @evanspiegel @GuillaumePousaz @cameron @tyler @rookisaacman @collision @patrickc @nickwoodman @DrAnaMihalcea @InterestOfJust1 @stkirsch @tnseyfried Test all (toxic) options to heal it? & cannabis "Cannabis has long been known to contain antibacterial cannabinoids, potential antibiotic resistance has only been superficially investigated. Here, we show that cannabinoids exhibit antib

Jun 27, 2024 · 1 like · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@Fynnderella1 @Condorfalcon35 @Stella__Assange @NeputeWellness @SunetraGupta @delbigtree @GVDBossche @JoshYoder @Thomas_Binder @CartlandDavid @JohnBeaudoinSr @lawrie_dr @DrSyedHaider @GeorgeFareed2 @StellaAssange @MAPS @NORML @UwCannabis @CannaSciCon @TyCharleneB @BusyDrT @IslamRizza @DrBenTapper1 @mercola @RobertKennedyJr @unhealthytruth @sayerjigmi @kellybroganmd @DrChrisNorthrup @kevdjenkins1 @MusingsbyDrDave @cecarnicom @seanonolennon @ReeveWill @JulianMarley @MikeTyson @evanspiegel @GuillaumePousaz @cameron @tyler @rookisaacman @collision @patrickc @nickwoodman @DrAnaMihalcea @InterestOfJust1 @salkinstitute @LabFriedel @stkirsch @tnseyfried Test all (toxic) options to heal it? & cannabis "Cannabis has long been known to contain antibacterial cannabinoids, potential antibiotic resistance has only been superficially investigated. Here, we show that cannabinoids exhibit antibacteri

Jun 27, 2024 · 2 shares · 9,862 followers View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Jun 25, 2024 · 21,367 followers View post →
CannaWorld
@cannaworldsite · X

RT @CannaWorld4: Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Feb 5, 2024 · 2 shares · 39,839 followers View post →
Taja Pilkin
@TajaPilkin · X

RT @CannaWorld4: Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Feb 5, 2024 · 2 shares · 221 followers View post →
Canna World
@cannaworld.bsky.social · Bluesky

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32017534/

Feb 5, 2024 · 3 likes · 1 share View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxnhz

Feb 5, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 21,367 followers View post →
✦Good psychopath cat✦
@NEO_n_cats007r · X

大麻の隠された抗生物質の可能性を明らかにする 発行日:2020年2月4日 #抗菌薬耐性 #抗菌性カンナビノイド https://t.co/GKR4p3Tb3r

Sep 29, 2023 · 3 likes · 2 shares · 414 followers View post →
Canna World
@CannaWorld4 · X

2020 - Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis https://t.co/mrC3FGxV77 No need to reinvent the wheel.

Feb 3, 2023 · 1 like · 21,367 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@hey_butter O no, that's sad I hope she can go home soon

Sep 9, 2022 · 9,862 followers View post →
bioRxiv Published
@biorxiv_pubd · X

Uncovering the hidden antibiotic potential of Cannabis published as: https://t.co/ebKsvXFzmT #ACS_Infectious_Diseases #biorxiv

Jul 19, 2022 · 2,905 followers View post →
Dawn Eve #MakePetitions
@centerinventor1 · X

@Ryszardrjk @smnkadoli @OneFallenAngelM @Kunzitoons @Hippie_of_Love @EmeraldZoo @Cogitatorium @_jena4n @tripprrr @Godzmazter @Bklynbby @deJager420 @TheCannaChronic @LARRYIRBY6 @HowardSteen4 @IslandStage @leebokseong6 @RicherVapours @JoshNewing @TheWeedBlog @weedcriticsTm @getintotheweeds @theoceanlawyers @kelmanlawcrypto @lisa_manziel YES! "Cannabis has long been known to contain antibacterial cannabinoids, potential antibiotic resistance has only been superficially investigated. Here, we show that cannabinoids exhibit antibacterial activity.." #MakePetitions Growing freedom worldwide. https://t.co/wDT4XLhtMI

Jan 19, 2022 · 2 likes · 9,862 followers View post →
のりえ
@noriesun · X

RT @AaronOtsuka: 大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 4 shares · 5,220 followers View post →
Johnny
@JohnnyKishi · X

RT @AaronOtsuka: 大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,092 followers View post →
中尾 綾
@ayajet128 · X

RT @AaronOtsuka: 大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,037 followers View post →
ナルケミスト
@narukemist · X

RT @AaronOtsuka: 大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 4 shares · 1,457 followers View post →
アーロン大塚
@AaronOtsuka · X

大麻には抗生物質としての作用がある。 https://t.co/Z4K1M8NYwe

Jul 25, 2020 · 7 likes · 4 shares · 49,741 followers View post →
Stephan Hacker (inactive account)
@StephanHacker2 · X

The hidden antibiotic potential of Cannabis by the group of @eric_brown_bbs. https://t.co/pnvEYtAbm3 (4/5)

Jul 18, 2020 · 5,072 followers View post →
Old Hippie Cannabis Extracts
Facebook

https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsinfecdis. 9b00419. Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis. PUBS.ACS.ORG. Uncovering the Hidden ...

Dec 16, 2025 View →
CBWEED CARCAVELOS
Facebook

doi: 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419 · Немає опису світлини. Rui Silva та 2 інші особи ·

Dec 16, 2025 View →
EFFICACY IN REDUCING BACTERIAL CONTENT IN ORAL CAVITY ...
News

https://doi.org/10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. 13. Wasim K, Haq I, Ashraf M: Antimicrobial studies of the leaf of cannabis sativa L. Pak J Pharm Sci. 1995, 8 ...

Dec 16, 2025 View →
What Does CBG Do, Exactly? An MD Explains
News

doi:10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. Cairns EA, Baldridge WH, Kelly ME. The endocannabinoid system as a therapeutic target in Glaucoma. Neural ...

Jul 14, 2025 View →
CUANDO NATURALEZA Y BIENESTAR HABLAN EL MISMO ...
Facebook

... 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419 Gregersen, S., Jeppesen, P. B., Holst, J. J., & Hermansen, K. (2004). Antihyperglycemic effects of stevioside in ...

Jun 24, 2025 View →
MediPharm Labs Continues to Lead with Innovation - Launches ...
News

... 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. SOURCE MediPharm Labs Corp. WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? icon3. 440k+. Newsrooms ...

Apr 5, 2022 View →
Svi bruje o THC i CBD. No, jeste li čuli za CBG? #CBG #kanabinoidi ...
Facebook

... 10.1021/acsinfecdis. 9b00419/suppl_file/id9b00419_si_001.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/articles/PMC4322067/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih ...

Sep 3, 2020 View →
Medicinski Kanabis - Svi bruje o THC i CBD. No, jeste li čuli za CBG ...
Facebook

... 10.1021/acsinfecdis. 9b00419/suppl_file/id9b00419_si_001.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih. gov/pmc/articles/PMC4322067/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih ...

Sep 3, 2020 View →
Study reveals antibiotic potential of cannabis compound
Blogs

https://doi.org/10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. Related Topics. ResearchBotanicals. Headlines. More → · FDA reinstates NDI status of NMN with new ...

Mar 2, 2020 View →
CANNABIS : Et s'il renfermait le prochain antibiotique ? | santé log
News

... 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419 Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis. Plus sur le Cannabis sur Addictions Blog · Pour en savoir ...

Mar 2, 2020 View →
Cannabis hat Potenzial als Antibiotikum - Inhaltsstoff der ...
News

(ACS Infectious Diseases, 2020; doi: 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419). Quelle: McMaster University/ American Chemical Society. 28. Februar 2020 ...

Feb 28, 2020 View →
Researchers uncover hidden antibiotic potential of cannabis ...
Blogs

doi.org/10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. Be the first to rate this article. Posted in: Medical Science News | Medical Research News. Comments (0).

Feb 26, 2020 View →
Researchers uncover hidden antibiotic potential of cannabis ...
News

ACS Infectious Diseases, 2020; DOI: 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. Cite This Page: MLA; APA; Chicago. McMaster University. "Researchers uncover ...

Feb 26, 2020 View →
Cannabis compound acts as an antibiotic | ScienceDaily
News

Uncovering the Hidden Antibiotic Potential of Cannabis. ACS Infectious Diseases, 2020; DOI: 10.1021/acsinfecdis.9b00419. Cite This Page: MLA ...

Feb 26, 2020 View →