In vitro antifungal activity of cassia fistula extracts against fluconazole resistant strains of Candida species from HIV patients

ConclusionThe present study reports the antifungal activity of various extracts of Cassia fistula for the first time against fluconazole resistant Candida isolates. We can conclude that the polyphenolic compound gallic acid is a potent natural antifungal agent. Further research is needed to assess the pharmacokinetic property.

Source: Journal of Medical Mycology - July 11, 2018 Category: Biology Source Type: research