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eberconazole

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Description

Eberconazole is a synthetic antifungal agent that belongs to the imidazole class. It has a broad spectrum of activity against dermatophytes, yeasts, and molds. Eberconazole is primarily used topically for the treatment of fungal infections of the skin, such as tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea pedis, and candidiasis. The mechanism of action of eberconazole involves the inhibition of fungal cytochrome P450 enzymes, which are essential for the synthesis of ergosterol, a vital component of the fungal cell membrane. By inhibiting ergosterol synthesis, eberconazole disrupts the fungal cell membrane and leads to cell death. Eberconazole is generally well-tolerated, although some patients may experience mild side effects, such as itching, redness, or burning at the application site. The compound is effective for the treatment of superficial fungal infections, and its broad spectrum of activity makes it suitable for a variety of fungal skin infections. Eberconazole is studied to investigate its potential for the treatment of other fungal infections, such as onychomycosis (nail fungal infections). Its effectiveness, safety, and potential for broader applications continue to be investigated in research.'

eberconazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-eberconazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) for topical treatment of superficial mycoses. [Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

1-(2,4-dichloro-10,11-dihydrodibenzo[a,d][7]annulen-5-yl)imidazole : A member of the class of dibenzannulenes that is 10,11-dihydrodibenzo[a,d][7]annulene carrying two chloro substituents at positions 2 and 4 as well as an imidazol-1-yl substituent at position 5. [Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

Cross-References

ID SourceID
PubMed CID72051
CHEMBL ID558722
CHEBI ID83584
SCHEMBL ID353703
MeSH IDM0304715

Synonyms (29)

Synonym
ebernet
was-2160
1-(1,3-dichloro-6,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo[[?],[?]][7]annulen-11-yl)imidazole
128326-82-9
(1,3-dichloro-5,6,11-trihydrodibenzo[b,f][7]annulen-11-yl)imidazole
eberconazole
D07882
eberconazole (inn)
chebi:83584 ,
CHEMBL558722
(+-)-1-(2,4-dichloro-10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo(a,d)cyclohepten-5-yl)imidazole
v7o1u41c9b ,
eberconazol
eberconazole [inn]
eberconazolum
eberconazol [inn-spanish]
unii-v7o1u41c9b
eberconazolum [inn-latin]
eberconazole [who-dd]
(+/-)-1-(2,4-dichloro-10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo(a,d)cyclohepten-5-yl)imidazole
SCHEMBL353703
1-(2,4-dichloro-10,11-dihydro-5h-dibenzo[a,d][7]annulen-5-yl)-1h-imidazole
1-(2,4-dichloro-10,11-dihydrodibenzo[a,d][7]annulen-5-yl)imidazole
DTXSID90926104
Q27156976
DB13656
1-(4,6-dichloro-2-tricyclo[9.4.0.03,8]pentadeca-1(15),3(8),4,6,11,13-hexaenyl)imidazole
HY-106542
CS-0026019

Research Excerpts

Overview

Eberconazole is a topical imidazole derivative. It has shown high potency against dermatophytes and yeasts (several species of Candida, Malassezia)

ExcerptReferenceRelevance
"Eberconazole is a topical imidazole derivative, which has shown high potency against dermatophytes and yeasts (several species of Candida, Malassezia) in vitro and in experimental models. "( Eberconazole cream: topical and general tolerability, sensitisation potential, and systemic availability.
Antonijoan, R; Barbanoj, MJ; García-Gea, C; Gich, I; Jané, F; Puntes, M, 2005
)
3.21
"Eberconazole is a topical, broad-spectrum imidazole derivative, effective in dermatophytoses, candidiasis, and pityriasis treatment. "( Eberconazole 1% cream is an effective and safe alternative for dermatophytosis treatment: multicenter, randomized, double-blind, comparative trial with miconazole 2% cream.
Badell, A; del Rio, R; Gratacós, MR; López, S; Repiso Montero, T; Rodríguez, C, 2006
)
3.22
"Eberconazole 1% cream is an effective treatment for fungal infections produced by dermatophytes, with a good safety and tolerability profile, and can be considered a good alternative for the treatment of dermatophytoses."( Eberconazole 1% cream is an effective and safe alternative for dermatophytosis treatment: multicenter, randomized, double-blind, comparative trial with miconazole 2% cream.
Badell, A; del Rio, R; Gratacós, MR; López, S; Repiso Montero, T; Rodríguez, C, 2006
)
3.22

Effects

ExcerptReferenceRelevance
"Eberconazole (EBZ) has the strongest antifungal action against Candida spp., the major source of fungal infections."( Development and Evaluation of Topical Ethosomal Gel for Fungal Infections.
Gupta, P; Hafeez, A; Kushwaha, P, 2023
)
1.63

Toxicity

ExcerptReferenceRelevance
" Physicians evaluated the drug as 'Good' in 72% and 'Excellent' in 28% of subjects; adverse events were reported in 27."( The Efficacy and Safety of Eberconazole Nitrate 1% and Mometasone Furoate 0.1% w/w Cream in Subjects with Inflamed Cutaneous Mycoses.
Carol, F; Gnaneshwar, R; Jerajani, HR; Krishnankutty, B; Kumar, AS; Kuruvila, M; Latha, MS; Martis, J, 2015
)
0.71
" It offers an effective and safe therapeutic option for the management of ICM."( The Efficacy and Safety of Eberconazole Nitrate 1% and Mometasone Furoate 0.1% w/w Cream in Subjects with Inflamed Cutaneous Mycoses.
Carol, F; Gnaneshwar, R; Jerajani, HR; Krishnankutty, B; Kumar, AS; Kuruvila, M; Latha, MS; Martis, J, 2015
)
0.71
" The incidence of adverse events was similar in both groups, and none had related AEs and withdrawals due to an AE."( Efficacy and safety of eberconazole 1% otic solution compared to clotrimazole 1% solution in patients with otomycosis.
Aguado Mulgado, GE; Cepero Vega, PP; de la Paz Cota, BR; Fiscal Chauteco, E; Lamadrid Bautista, E; Matus Navarrete, JJ; Narváez Huerta, JJ,
)
0.44
"Eberconazole 1% otic solution is an efficacious and safe option to treat otomycosis-affected patients in the general practice."( Efficacy and safety of eberconazole 1% otic solution compared to clotrimazole 1% solution in patients with otomycosis.
Aguado Mulgado, GE; Cepero Vega, PP; de la Paz Cota, BR; Fiscal Chauteco, E; Lamadrid Bautista, E; Matus Navarrete, JJ; Narváez Huerta, JJ,
)
1.88
[information is derived through text-mining from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Drug Classes (3)

ClassDescription
imidazolesA five-membered organic heterocycle containing two nitrogen atoms at positions 1 and 3, or any of its derivatives; compounds containing an imidazole skeleton.
organochlorine compoundAn organochlorine compound is a compound containing at least one carbon-chlorine bond.
dibenzannulene
[compound class information is derived from Chemical Entities of Biological Interest (ChEBI), Hastings J, Owen G, Dekker A, Ennis M, Kale N, Muthukrishnan V, Turner S, Swainston N, Mendes P, Steinbeck C. (2016). ChEBI in 2016: Improved services and an expanding collection of metabolites. Nucleic Acids Res]

Bioassays (5)

Assay IDTitleYearJournalArticle
AID432799Antifungal activity against Sporothrix brasiliensis after 72 hrs by microdilution method2008Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, Feb, Volume: 52, Issue:2
In vitro antifungal susceptibilities of five species of sporothrix.
AID432803Antifungal activity against Sporothrix albicans after 72 hrs by microdilution method2008Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, Feb, Volume: 52, Issue:2
In vitro antifungal susceptibilities of five species of sporothrix.
AID432800Antifungal activity against Sporothrix schenckii after 72 hrs by microdilution method2008Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, Feb, Volume: 52, Issue:2
In vitro antifungal susceptibilities of five species of sporothrix.
AID432801Antifungal activity against Sporothrix globosa after 72 hrs by microdilution method2008Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, Feb, Volume: 52, Issue:2
In vitro antifungal susceptibilities of five species of sporothrix.
AID432802Antifungal activity against Sporothrix mexicana after 72 hrs by microdilution method2008Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, Feb, Volume: 52, Issue:2
In vitro antifungal susceptibilities of five species of sporothrix.
[information is prepared from bioassay data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Research

Studies (14)

TimeframeStudies, This Drug (%)All Drugs %
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's2 (14.29)18.2507
2000's7 (50.00)29.6817
2010's3 (21.43)24.3611
2020's2 (14.29)2.80
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]

Market Indicators

Research Demand Index: 76.68

According to the monthly volume, diversity, and competition of internet searches for this compound, as well the volume and growth of publications, there is estimated to be very strong demand-to-supply ratio for research on this compound.

MetricThis Compound (vs All)
Research Demand Index76.68 (24.57)
Research Supply Index3.09 (2.92)
Research Growth Index5.01 (4.65)
Search Engine Demand Index128.24 (26.88)
Search Engine Supply Index2.00 (0.95)

This Compound (76.68)

All Compounds (24.57)

Study Types

Publication TypeThis drug (%)All Drugs (%)
Trials5 (31.25%)5.53%
Reviews2 (12.50%)6.00%
Case Studies1 (6.25%)4.05%
Observational0 (0.00%)0.25%
Other8 (50.00%)84.16%
[information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023]