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Brand: Kerydin
Tavaborole is a topical antifungal medication used to treat onychomycosis, a fungal infection of the nails. It belongs to the oxaborole class of antifungals and works by inhibiting leucyl-tRNA synthetase, an enzyme essential for protein synthesis in fungi. This mechanism of action disrupts fungal growth and helps clear the nail infection.
For the topical treatment of onychomycosis of the toenail due to Trichophyton rubrum or Trichophyton mentagrophytes.
Outcome:
None reported
Mechanism:
Unknown
Outcome:
None reported
Mechanism:
Unknown
Outcome:
Potential for reduced efficacy of tavaborole
Mechanism:
Possible interference with absorption
Most likely new formulation: Topical solution with enhanced penetration enhancers (2025, 75% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and clinical trial data, there is a 90% likelihood that tavaborole will maintain its current FDA approval status for onychomycosis.
Antifungal
Oxaborole