Review On: Herbal Antifungal Cream
Herbal antifungal creams are gaining a lot of interest as natural alternative for synthetic antifungal medicines because of their minimal side effects and possible efficacy. The purpose of this review is to give an overview of the most recent studies on herbal antifungal creams, with an emphasis on the active ingredients, modes of action, and therapeutic uses of them. Several plant-based extracts, including those from aloe vera, tea tree oil, garlic, turmeric, and neem, have shown notable antifungal effects against a variety of molds, yeasts, and dermatophytes. Through the disruption of cell membranes, inhibition of fungal cell wall formation, and interaction with fungal development, the bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, terpenes, and phenolic acids exhibit antifungal activity. In comparison to conventional antifungal drugs, this review also emphasizes the benefits of herbal antifungal creams, including their antibacterial range, reduced toxicity, and fewer side effects. But there are still issues with standardizing these medications, making sure they have the best bioavailability, and carrying out more thorough clinical trials to verify their effectiveness. Future research is crucial for enhancing the formulation and improve the therapeutic outcomes of herbal antifungal treatments.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2025-05-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15341782
- Primary Topic
- Essential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00