Abstract
Blister beetles are a group of insects that include the Meloidae, Oedemeridae, and Staphylinidae families. The most well-known family, Meloidae, has more than 200 species known for causing a blistering dermatitis in humans by emitting the substance cantharidin, which has been pharmacologically used as a vesicant and can cause deleterious effects if ingested. Most recently, blister beetles have been studied for their anticancer properties.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 317-319 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Cutis |
| Volume | 104 |
| Issue number | 6 |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2019 |
| Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology