Monolaurin inhibits antibiotic-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in patients with atopic dermatitis

Abstract Frequent use of antibiotics increases the incidence of antimicrobial-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in atopic dermatitis (AD), which prompts the search for new treatments. Monolaurin is a chemical byproduct found in coconut oil and has anti-bacterial properties. This study aimed to investi...

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Main Authors: Matchima Laowansiri, Supaporn Suwanchote, Dhammika Leshan Wannigama, Vishnu Nayak Badavath, Parichart Hongsing, Steven W Edwards, Narissara Suratannon, Pantipa Chatchatee, Pattamon Lertpichitkul, Pawinee Rerknimitr, Karaked Chantawarangul, Susheera Chatproedprai, Siriwan Wananukul, Arsa Thammahong, Rongpong Plongla, Pattrarat Chanachaithong, Warinthorn Chavasiri, Tanittha Chatsuwan, Direkrit Chiewchengchol
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-05667-w
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