Imidazole antifungals
This group includes clotrimazole, econazole, miconazole, ketoconazole and tioconazole. (1)
Oral ketoconazole (for any indication) is no longer recommended, as the risks outweigh the benefits (2)
References
- Rani N et al. Imidazoles as potential antifungal agents: a review. Mini Rev Med Chem. 2013 Oct;13(11):1626-55
- Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency. Press release: oral ketoconazole - containing medicines should no longer be used for fungal infections. July 2013
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