-azole: Antifungals (Drug Ending Cheat Sheet)
If the drug ends in -azole, it's typically an antifungal.
Antifungals (and a few exceptions) end in -azole. Inhibit fungal cell membrane synthesis.
Common examples
Fluconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, ketoconazole.
Note exceptions
-prazole = PPI (omeprazole, pantoprazole), not antifungal. Be careful with the ending.
Side effects
CYP450 interactions, hepatotoxicity.
Frequently asked
How to remember -azole vs -prazole?
PPIs are -prazole specifically (with the pr). Antifungals are -conazole / -azole only.
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