Synergistic Antifungal Effects of Honokiol and Fluconazole Against Oral <i>Candida</i> : Implications for Managing Drug‐Resistant Infections

Honokiol demonstrates potent antifungal activity against oral Candida isolates by targeting ergosterol biosynthesis and compromising cell wall integrity. Its synergistic enhancement of Fluconazole's effect suggests clinical potential as an adjunct therapy, potentially reducing resistance and lowering required drug doses in oral and endodontic candidiasis.

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Clinical and Experimental Dental Research
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2026-01-29
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https://doi.org/10.1002/cre2.70251
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Magnolia and Illicium research
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Synergistic Antifungal Effects of Honokiol and Fluconazole Against Oral Candida : Implications for Managing Drug‐Resistant Infections

Jawad Behbehani, Mohammad Irshad, Maribasappa Karched
Clinical and Experimental Dental Research
Magnolia and Illicium research
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Synergistic Antifungal Effects of Honokiol and Fluconazole Against Oral Candida : Implications for Managing Drug‐Resistant Infections

Jawad Behbehani, Mohammad Irshad, Maribasappa Karched
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Honokiol demonstrates potent antifungal activity against oral Candida isolates by targeting ergosterol biosynthesis and compromising cell wall integrity. Its synergistic enhancement of Fluconazole's effect suggests clinical potential as an adjunct therapy, potentially reducing resistance and lowering required drug doses in oral and endodontic candidiasis.

Clinical and Experimental Dental ResearchVol. 12(1)
Kuwait University (KW), Dasman Diabetes Institute (KW)
Kuwait University
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 73%
Magnolia and Illicium research
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