Evidence supporting the use of: Geranial
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Geranial, also known as citral A, is a monoterpenoid and an isomer of citral found in essential oils such as lemongrass and lemon myrtle. Scientific studies have investigated geranial’s antimicrobial properties, including its effects against various fungal pathogens. In vitro research demonstrates that geranial exhibits inhibitory activity against fungi such as Candida albicans, Aspergillus niger, and Trichophyton species. Its mechanism is believed to involve disruption of fungal cell membranes, leading to increased permeability and cell death. However, most studies have been performed in laboratory settings (cell cultures or isolated organisms), and there is little data regarding its efficacy or safety in human subjects or clinical practice. No major clinical guidelines currently recommend geranial as a treatment for fungal infections. While its antifungal activity is consistently observed in vitro, the absence of robust clinical trials limits the strength of evidence for its therapeutic use. Thus, while there is a scientific basis for its potential, practical application in treating fungal infections remains preliminary and requires further study.

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