Polyene-Based Derivatives with Antifungal Activities

Overview

Journal Pharmaceutics

Publisher MDPI

Date 2024 Aug 29

PMID 39204411

Authors

Kwanele Ngece

Thabisa L Ntondini

Vuyolwethu Khwaza

Athandwe M Paca

Blessing A Aderibigbe

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Abstract

Polyenes are a class of organic compounds well known for their potent antifungal properties. They are effective due to their ability to target and disrupt fungal cell membranes by binding to ergosterol and forming pores. Despite their effectiveness as antifungal drugs, polyenes have several limitations, such as high toxicity to the host cell and poor solubility in water. This has prompted ongoing research to develop safer and more efficient derivatives to overcome such limitations while enhancing their antifungal activity. In this review article, we present a thorough analysis of polyene derivatives, their structural modifications, and their influence on their therapeutic effects against various fungal strains. Key studies are discussed, illustrating how structural modifications have led to improved antifungal properties. By evaluating the latest advancements in the synthesis of polyene derivatives, we highlight that incorporating amide linkers at the carboxylic moiety of polyene molecules notably improves their antifungal properties, as evidenced by derivatives , , , and . This review can help in the design and development of novel polyene-based compounds with potent antifungal activities.

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