Griseofulvin
Griseofulvin
Definition
An antifungal agent derived from the mold Penicillium griseofulvum that is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. Griseofulvin binds to tubulin, disrupting microtubule function and inhibiting mitosis.
Also known as GRISEOFULVIN, Grisovin — per NCIT
Also identified as
- ATC D01AA08 per RXNORM
- ATC D01BA01 per RXNORM
- NCIT NCIT:C65819 per NCIT
- SCTID 372807004 per RXNORM
- SCTID 64349004 per RXNORM
- UNII 32HRV3E3D5 per RXNORM
Indications
| Disease | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tinea pedis | may treat | MEDRT · Public domain (U.S. Government work) |