Evaluating the Efficacy of Medicinal Plant Extracts in the Treatment of Candida Albicans Infections
Keywords:
Candida albicans, Medicinal plants, Antifungal activity, Phytochemical analysis, Alternative therapy, Fungal infections, Bioactive compounds, Plant extractsAbstract
Candida albicans is a common fungal pathogen responsible for a variety of infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. The increasing resistance to conventional antifungal treatments necessitates the exploration of alternative therapeutic options. This study investigates the antifungal potential of various medicinal plant extracts against Candida albicans. Phytochemical analyses were conducted to identify active compounds, and their antifungal efficacy was evaluated using standard microbiological assays. The results demonstrated that several plant extracts exhibited significant inhibitory effects on Candida albicans growth. This suggests the potential of these medicinal plants as alternative or complementary treatments for Candida infections. Further research is needed to isolate specific bioactive compounds and understand their mechanisms of action.
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