An antifungal drug used as a cream for fungal skin infections (see athlete’s foot; tinea), and in cream or pessary form to treat vaginal candidiasis. Skin irritation is a rare side effect.
n. an antifungal drug used to treat ringworm and candidiasis. Possible side-effects may include local irritation and burning.
A group of antifungal drugs active against a wide range of fungi and yeasts (see FUNGAL AND YEAST INFECTIONS). Some are also e?ective against bacteria and HELMINTHS. Econazole, clotrimazole, ketoconazole, ?uconazole and itraconazole are examples: the drugs are given by mouth or externally as creams.... imidazoles
n. one of a group of chemically related antifungal drugs that are also effective against a wide range of bacteria; some (e.g. *tiabendazole and *mebendazole) are also used as anthelmintics. The group includes *econazole, *clotrimazole, *ketoconazole, and *miconazole.... imidazole
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