Anti-Fungal Part 4 Flashcards

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They interfere with an early step in ergosterol biosynthesis, the epoxidation of squalene catalyzed by squalene epoxidase.

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Allylamines

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Available as 1% topical cream or gel, useful in the treatment of tinea infections

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Naftifine Hydrochloride, USP (Naftin)

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Available as 1% cream, useful in the treatment of t. pedis, t. corporis, t. cruris.

More potent than Naftifine, may also be used orally

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Terbinafine (Lamisil)

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Available as 1% aerosol, 1% powder, 1% cream, 1% solution

Added to artificial fingernails to prevent ringworm

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Tolnaftate

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