name: | Miconazole |
ATC code: | J02AB01 | route: | oral |
n-compartments | 1 |
Miconazole is an imidazole antifungal drug commonly used in the treatment of fungal infections, such as candidiasis of the skin, mouth, and vagina. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of fungal cell membranes. Miconazole is approved for clinical use and is available in topical, oral, and intravenous formulations, though oral and intravenous usage is less common due to poor systemic absorption and adverse effects.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported for healthy adult volunteers after a single oral dose administration.
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