Ravuconazole

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Ravuconazole

Ravuconazole (pronounced: ra-vu-con-a-zole) is an antifungal medication that is primarily used in the treatment of fungal infections. It belongs to the class of drugs known as triazoles.

Etymology

The name "Ravuconazole" is derived from the class of drugs it belongs to, the triazoles. The prefix "Ravu-" is a proprietary designation, while "-conazole" is a common suffix for many antifungal drugs in the triazole class.

Usage

Ravuconazole is used to treat a variety of fungal infections, including those caused by Candida and Aspergillus species. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane.

Related Terms

  • Antifungal: A type of medication used to treat fungal infections.
  • Triazoles: A class of antifungal drugs that includes ravuconazole.
  • Candida: A genus of yeasts that can cause infections in humans.
  • Aspergillus: A genus of molds, some species of which can cause infections in humans.
  • Ergosterol: A component of the fungal cell membrane that is targeted by many antifungal drugs.

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