Term Name:	ciclopirox
Synonyms:	6-cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methyl-2(1H)-pyridinone, 6-cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methylpyridin-2(1H)-one, ciclopirox, ciclopiroxum
Definition:	A cyclic hydroxamic acid that is 1-hydroxypyridin-2(1H)-one in which the hydrogens at positions 4 and 6 are substituted by methyl and cyclohexyl groups, respectively. A broad spectrum antigfungal agent, it also exhibits antibacterial activity against many Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, and has anti-inflammatory properties. It is used a a topical treatment of fungal skin and nail infections.
Ontology:	ChEBI [CHEBI:453011]  ( EBI )