Development, characterization, and anti-leishmanial activity of topical amphotericin B nanoemulsions.

Leishmaniasis is a neglected infectious disease caused by protozoan parasites from Leishmania genus species, affecting millions of people, in several countries. The current available treatment for cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL) has presented many side effects. In this way, micro- and nanotechnology are important processes, since they may be useful for release profile modulation of CL drugs improving their bioavailability.

Anti-Inflammatory Activity of the Compositae Family and Its Therapeutic Potential.

Compositae is the largest family of flowering plants, with more than 1600 genera and 22 000 species. It has many economic uses in foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceutics. The literature reports its numerous medicinal benefits and recognized anti-inflammatory activity.