ketoconazole

[ kee-toh-koh-nuh-zohl, -zawl ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. a synthetic substance, C 26 H 28 Cl 2 N 4 O 4 , used to treat a variety of fungal infections.

Word History and Origins

Origin of ketoconazole¹

keto- + -con- of uncertain derivation + azole

Example Sentences

Even at this reduced concentration, the antifungal ingredient, ketoconazole, is quite effective.

From Seattle Times

Plus: the power of ketoconazole and the side effects of a cholesterol drug.

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This OTC dandruff treatment contains ketoconazole, an antifungal medication.

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Ketoconazole is sometimes prescribed as an oral tablet or a topical cream to treat yeast or fungal infections.

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That includes discussing interactions with other medications like the antifungal drug ketoconazole, which can intensify fentanyl's effects.

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