Abstract
The antifungal activity of methanolic extract and alkaloidal fraction of Berberis aetnensis against Candida species was investigated. The crude extract was active against Candida species, this activity being higher than that of the alkaloidal fraction and berberine.
MeSH terms
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Antifungal Agents / administration & dosage
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Antifungal Agents / pharmacology*
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Antifungal Agents / therapeutic use
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Berberis*
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Candida / classification
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Candida / drug effects*
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Humans
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Microbial Sensitivity Tests
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Phytotherapy*
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Plant Extracts / administration & dosage
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Plant Extracts / pharmacology*
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Plant Extracts / therapeutic use
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Plant Roots
Substances
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Antifungal Agents
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Plant Extracts