Luliconazole also called LLCZ, {(-)-(E)-[(4R)-4-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,3-dithiolan-2-ylidene](1H-imidazol-1-yl) acetonitrile} is optically active compound. It is used as a topical medicine for treating dermatophytosis and dermatitis. It is a potential antifungal against Candida and other fungal infections of skin, groin and feet.
Synonyms: (alphaE)-alpha-[(4R)-4-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-1,3-dithiolan-2-ylidene]-1H-imidazole-1-acetonitrile; NND 502; [R-(E)]-alpha-[4-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-1,3-dithiolan-2-ylidene]-1H-imidazole-1-acetonitrile
Molecular Formula: C14H9Cl2N3S2
Molecular Weight: 354.28
Linear Structural Formula: C14H9Cl2N3S2
MDL Number: MFCD00953915
Purity: >=98% (HPLC)
Storage: -20C
Biochem Physiol Actions: Luliconazole is an imidazole antifungal. Its mechanism of action involves inhibition of ergosterol biosynthesis by inhibition of sterol 14alpha-demethylase.