A SCIENTIFICREVIEW ON:ANTIFUNGAL MECHANISMS STRATEGIES (KEY IJP************239)

• Tandale Prashant S.,Pathan Aman Y.,Garje S.y.,Sayyed G. A.

Abstract

Fungal infections, or mycoses, arise from pathogenic fungi affecting various body areas. These infections are categorized based on their location: superficial, subcutaneous, and systemic. Superficial fungal infections encompass common types of tinea, such as tinea corporis (ringworm), tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), and yeast infections like pityriasis versicolor.Fungal diseases, including conditions such as candidiasis (yeast infections), onychomycosis (nail fungus), and fungal dermatitis, require careful management to maintain skin health. Notably, these infections are prevalent among the population, highlighting the need for effective treatment options. Certain herbal plants possess antifungal properties, making them valuable in addressing these issues.The objective of this study is to develop an antifungal herbal bath soap utilizing various herbal ingredients. The efficacy of the formulated soap was assessed using the agar diffusion method against the pathogen Candida albicans. The results indicated that the herbal soap formulations exhibited significant antifungal activity.The formulation process for the antifungal herbal soap employed the melt-and-pour method. Various evaluation techniques were applied to assess the quality of the final product, ensuring its effectiveness and safety.