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Usnic Acid and Its Topical Use-A Concise Review.

Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026

Usnic acid (UA), a prominent lichen secondary metabolite, exhibits a unique dual therapeutic profile in dermatology, though its clinical translation is limited by systemic hepatotoxicity and poor solubility. This review comprehensively evaluates the topical efficacy, molecular mechanisms, and advanced formulation strategies of UA enantiomers and UA-rich extracts. A literature search across PubMed… Read on PubMed →

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Usnic Acid and Its Topical Use-A Concise Review.

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