Bifonazole
Bifonazole is a topical antifungal medication belonging to the imidazole class, used to treat various superficial fungal infections of the skin. It works by inhibiting the growth of dermatophytes, yeasts, and other fungi that cause conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and pityriasis versicolor.
Topical antifungal for treating skin fungal infections like athlete's foot and ringworm.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- D01AC10
- RxNorm
- 19295
- Generic
- Bifonazole
- Class
- atc-d01
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- topical
- Forms
- cream
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of dermatophyte infections including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea corporis (ringworm), tinea cruris, pityriasis versicolor, and cutaneous candidiasis.
Bifonazole is an imidazole antifungal that inhibits the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, blocking ergosterol synthesis and disrupting the fungal cell membrane.
For external skin use only; avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Generally well-tolerated with local irritation being the most common side effect. Treatment duration varies by infection type, typically 2-4 weeks. Consult a healthcare provider if no improvement after 2 weeks.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 24, 2026. · Read our editorial policy