Butoconazole
Butoconazole
Butoconazole (pronounced: byoo-toh-KON-a-zohl) is an antifungal medication primarily used to treat vaginal yeast infections. It belongs to the class of drugs known as imidazoles.
Etymology
The term "Butoconazole" is derived from its chemical structure. The prefix "Buto-" refers to the butyl group present in its structure, "-con-" is a common infix used in drug nomenclature, and "-azole" is a suffix used for nitrogen-containing heterocycles, indicating its classification as an imidazole antifungal.
Usage
Butoconazole works by inhibiting the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection. It is typically administered as a vaginal cream.
Related Terms
- Imidazole: A class of antifungal drugs to which Butoconazole belongs.
- Antifungal: A type of medication used to treat fungal infections.
- Vaginal yeast infection: The condition primarily treated with Butoconazole.
- Fungus: A group of eukaryotic organisms that includes yeasts, molds, and mushrooms. Fungal infections are treated with antifungal medications like Butoconazole.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Butoconazole may include vaginal burning, itching, or irritation. Serious side effects are rare but can include abdominal pain, fever, or foul-smelling discharge.
Precautions
Before using Butoconazole, patients should inform their healthcare provider if they are allergic to it or to other azole antifungals.
See Also
- Azole: A class of compounds that includes many antifungal drugs.
- Butyl group: A four-carbon alkyl radical or substituent.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Butoconazole
- Wikipedia's article - Butoconazole
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