Methods and compositions of (2s,4r) itraconazole for treating fungal yeast and dermatophyte infections

摘要

Methods and compositions are disclosed uitlizing the optically pure (2S, 4R) isomer of itraconazole. This compound is a potent drug for the treatment of local and systemic fungal, yeast, and dermatophyte infections, while avoiding the concomitant liability of adverse effects associated with the racemic mixture of itraconazole.