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Topical Clotrimazole cream

Hayat Abad Medical Complex, Peshawar · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Clotrimazole inhibits fungal cell membrane synthesis by blocking ergosterol production, disrupting the integrity and function of the fungal cell membrane.

Clotrimazole inhibits fungal cell membrane synthesis by blocking ergosterol production, disrupting the integrity and function of the fungal cell membrane. Used for Topical fungal infections including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), Tinea corporis (ringworm), Tinea cruris (jock itch).

At a glance

Generic nameTopical Clotrimazole cream
SponsorHayat Abad Medical Complex, Peshawar
Drug classImidazole antifungal
TargetFungal lanosterol 14α-demethylase (CYP51)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology / Infectious Disease
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal that inhibits the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14α-demethylase, which is essential for converting lanosterol to ergosterol. Ergosterol is a critical component of the fungal cell membrane; its depletion leads to increased membrane permeability and leakage of cellular contents, ultimately causing fungal cell death. The topical formulation delivers the drug directly to affected skin surfaces with minimal systemic absorption.

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