Propolis for the treatment of onychomycosis

• Published in: Indian journal of dermatology Vol. 63; no. 6; pp. 515 - 517
• Main Authors: Veiga, Flavia, Costa, Maiara, Cótica, Erika, Svidzinski, Terezinha, Negri, Melyssa
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: India Wolters Kluwer India Pvt. Ltd 01.11.2018; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt. Ltd; Medknow Publications & Media Pvt Ltd; Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
• Subjects: Antifungal; Antifungal agents; Case Report; Consent; Fingers & toes; Fungal infections; Fungi; Laboratories; onychomycosis; Pain; Patients; propolis extract; Brazil; propolis extract; onychomycosis; Antifungal

Onychomycosis is a fungal nail infection, considered as a public health problem because it is contagious and it interferes with the quality of life. It has long and difficult treatment, with many side effects and high cost. Propolis extract (PE) is a potential alternative to conventional antifungal...