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Jublia®

Dong-A ST Co., Ltd. · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Jublia is a topical antifungal that inhibits fungal squalene epoxidase, disrupting ergosterol synthesis in the fungal cell membrane.

Jublia is a topical antifungal that inhibits fungal squalene epoxidase, disrupting ergosterol synthesis in the fungal cell membrane. Used for Onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) caused by dermatophytes, non-dermatophyte molds, and yeasts.

At a glance

Generic nameJublia®
SponsorDong-A ST Co., Ltd.
Drug classAzole antifungal
TargetSqualene epoxidase (fungal)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology / Infectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Efinaconazole, the active ingredient in Jublia, is an azole antifungal that blocks the conversion of squalene to lanosterol by inhibiting the enzyme squalene epoxidase. This disruption of ergosterol biosynthesis compromises the integrity and function of the fungal cell membrane, leading to fungal cell death. It is applied topically as a solution for localized fungal infections.

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Key clinical trials

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