Compositions and methods for treating biofilm disorders and infections

10-12. (canceled)

An article having a surface at least partially coated with a compound according to Formula I:

• Formula I, wherein n is 2;
• wherein one X is —S— and the other X is selected from the group consisting of —S(O)— and —S(O)2—;
• and R1 and R2 are independently selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted alkyl and optionally substituted aryl.

14-21. (canceled)

A method for treating a biofilm-related disorder or a microbial infection, said method comprising administering to an individual in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a compound according to Formula I, or a composition comprising a compound according to Formula I:

• Formula I, wherein n is 2;
• wherein one X is —S— and the other X is selected from the group consisting of —S(O)— and —S(O)2—;
• and R1 and R2 are independently selected from the group consisting of optionally substituted alkyl and optionally substituted aryl.