. The most active conjugate (IS-2-Pi-TPP) kills C. albicans cells, prevents biofilm formation and eliminates preformed biofilms, without inducing significant resistance. The antifungal activity is accompanied by mitochondrial dysfunction and increased levels of intracellular reactive oxygen species. In addition, IS-2-Pi-TPP is effective against C. albicans in a mouse model of skin infection.
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