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GlossaryItraconazole

antifungal medication treating various fungal infections, known as Sporanox

Itraconazole is an antifungal medication used to treat a variety of fungal infections. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, thereby disrupting their growth and replication. Commonly known by the brand name Sporanox, it is available in various forms, including capsules and oral solutions.

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Reversal by Interleukin-2 of Alopecia Universalis, Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, and Sexual Impotence in a Patient With Malignant Thymoma

research Reversal by Interleukin-2 of Alopecia Universalis, Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, and Sexual Impotence in a Patient With Malignant Thymoma

9 citations, April 1993 in “Journal of the National Cancer Institute”

Interleukin-2 treatment improved hair growth, sexual function, and reduced fungal infection in a patient with thymoma-related symptoms.

research The Assessment and Management of Tinea Capitis in Children

41 citations, September 2007 in “Pediatric emergency care”

Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.

research Nails and Hair

June 2013 in “Medicine”

Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.

research Tinea Capitis: An Overview with Emphasis on Management

89 citations, May 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology”

New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.

research Itraconazole in the Treatment of Acute and Recurrent Vulvovaginal Candidosis: Comparison of a 1-Day and a 3-Day Regimen

12 citations, April 2005 in “Mycoses”

A 1-day or 3-day itraconazole treatment is effective for acute vulvovaginal candidosis, but recurrent cases may need longer treatment.

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community [21M] seb derm + probably mbp.

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Minoxidil and finasteride are being considered for hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis and male pattern baldness. The user is also using ketoconazole and zinc pyrithione shampoo.

community Derm says my hair loss (diffuse) is from seborrheic dermatitis. Anyone else have experience with this? I was already prepared to jump on fin min

in Research/Science 26 upvotes 3 months ago

Seborrheic dermatitis can cause hair loss, and treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, topical steroids, and oral antifungals may help. Some consider using finasteride and minoxidil for hair loss despite dermatitis.