Azolihomeenlääkkeet
Azolihomeenlääkkeet is a Finnish term that translates to azole antifungal medications. This class of drugs is widely used to treat a variety of fungal infections in humans and animals. Azoles work by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a vital component of fungal cell membranes. This disruption weakens the cell membrane, leading to cell death or preventing further fungal growth.
The azole antifungal medications are typically categorized into two main groups: imidazoles and triazoles. Imidazoles, such
Commonly treated conditions include candidiasis (yeast infections), ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, and more serious invasive