Evidence supporting the use of: Glycerol monolaureate
For the health condition: Athlete's Foot

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Glycerol monolaurate (GML), also known as monolaurin, is a monoglyceride derived from lauric acid and glycerol. It is known for its antimicrobial properties and has been studied for activity against bacteria, viruses, and some fungi. Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a dermatophyte fungal infection, most commonly caused by Trichophyton species. There is some in vitro evidence that GML can inhibit the growth of certain fungi, including Trichophyton mentagrophytes, which is one of the agents responsible for athlete's foot. However, the majority of research has focused on its antibacterial and antiviral activity, with relatively fewer studies addressing antifungal effects specifically relevant to tinea pedis. The evidence supporting its use for athlete's foot is limited to laboratory studies; there are no published clinical trials or robust human studies that demonstrate effectiveness in treating athlete's foot. Therefore, while its use is scientifically motivated and there is preliminary laboratory evidence suggesting potential antifungal activity, the overall strength of evidence is weak (rated 2 out of 5). More rigorous clinical research is required before GML can be recommended as a standard or primary treatment for athlete's foot.

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