Retinoids as Alternative Antifungal Agents Against : and Evidence.

() is the most common pathogen responsible for a wide spectrum of human infections ranging from superficial mucocutaneous mycoses to systemic life-threatening diseases. Its main virulence factors are the morphological transition between yeast and hyphal forms and the ability to produce biofilm. Novel antifungal strategies are required given the severity of systemic candidiasis, especially in immunocompromised patients, and the lack of effective anti-biofilm treatments.

Preliminary Evidence of Efficacy, Safety, and Treatment Satisfaction with Tirbanibulin 1% Ointment: A Clinical Perspective on Actinic Keratoses.

Background: Actinic keratosis is a common precancerous skin lesion that can progress into invasive squamous cell carcinomas. Many topical treatments for actinic keratoses often have poor tolerability and prolonged duration. Tirbanibulin is a novel synthetic drug with potent antitumor and antiproliferative activities.