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bifonazole · Medicine question

How does bifonazole act against fungi?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Bifonazole inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis at two different levels, causing structural and functional impairment of the fungal cytoplasmic membrane.

Sources for this answer

Canesten Bifonazole Once Daily Athlete's Foot 1% w/w CreamBayer plc · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 2Document updated 9 October 2023

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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