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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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research Treatment of Invasive Aspergillosis with Itraconazole

350 citations, June 1989 in “The American Journal of Medicine”

Itraconazole is potentially effective for treating invasive aspergillosis, but more research is needed.

research Itraconazole Therapy for Recalcitrant Dermatophyte Infections

18 citations, May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Itraconazole helps improve tough skin infections but may not prevent them from coming back.

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.

In Vivo Evaluation of the Efficacy, Toxicity, and Biodistribution of PLGA-DMSA Nanoparticles Loaded with Itraconazole for Treatment of Paracoccidioidomycosis

research In Vivo Evaluation of the Efficacy, Toxicity, and Biodistribution of PLGA-DMSA Nanoparticles Loaded with Itraconazole for Treatment of Paracoccidioidomycosis

8 citations, March 2018 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology”

Itraconazole-loaded nanoparticles are more effective and less toxic for treating fungal infections than conventional oral itraconazole.

research Thrombocytopenia and Leukopenia Associated with Itraconazole

8 citations, July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine”

Itraconazole may cause low platelet and white blood cell counts.

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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.