2e and 2j with strong p-NO2 and p-CF3 at phenyl ring had the lowest MICs against S. aureus and MRSA. 2e displayed unaided or synergistic efficacy against MRSA, especially combined with ofloxacin. EM revealed that 2e destroys biofilms and cell membranes.
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