Tavaborole is a member of the class of benzoxaboroles that is 1,3-dihydro-1-hydroxy-2,1-benzoxaborole substituted at position 5 by a fluoro group. A topical antifungal agent used for the treatment of onychomycosis (fungal infection of the toenails and fingernails). Among its listed roles, it functions as a antifungal agent, a protein synthesis inhibitor and an EC 6.1.1.4 (leucine–tRNA ligase) inhibitor. It is an organofluorine compound and a benzoxaborole. Its therapeutic use is listed as antifungals and dermatologicals. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Kerydin and tavaborol. Its PubChem CID is 11499245.
Tavaborole
| CAS No | 174671-46-6 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C7H6BFO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 151.93 g/mol |
| Synonyms | 5-fluoro-1-hydroxy-3H-2,1-benzoxaborole |
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Tavaborole is a member of the class of benzoxaboroles that is 1,3-dihydro-1-hydroxy-2,1-benzoxaborole substituted at position 5 by a fluoro group. A topical antifungal agent used for the treatment of onychomycosis (fungal infection of the toenails and fingernails).
The listed CAS number is 174671-46-6.
The listed molecular formula is C7H6BFO2.
The listed molecular weight is 151.93 g/mol.
5-fluoro-1-hydroxy-3H-2,1-benzoxaborole.
The source lists Kerydin and tavaborol.