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Efinaconazole Topical Solution, 10%
The Development of a New Topical Treatment for Toenail Onychomycosis
Background
Toenail onychomycosis is a common disease with limited treatment options; treatment failure and relapse are frequently encountered. Many patients experience long-standing disease affecting multiple toenails, with substantial discomfort and pain. Although some patients might prefer a topical therapy, efficacy with ciclopirox nail lacquer has been disappointing.
Methods
Efinaconazole topical solution, 10% is the first topical triazole antifungal agent specifically developed for the treatment of onychomycosis. This paper reviews the preclinical and clinical data on efinaconazole topical solution, 10%.
Results
Efinaconazole has a broad spectrum of antifungal activity in vitro and is more potent than ciclopirox against common onychomycosis pathogens. It has a more optimal keratin affinity than ciclopirox, and it exhibits significantly greater in vivo activity owing to its superior nail penetration. Mycologic cure rates at week 52 were 55.2% (study 1) and 53.4% (study 2) with efinaconazole topical solution, 10% compared with 16.8% and 16.9%, respectively, with vehicle (P<.001 for both). In addition, efinaconazole is well tolerated.
Conclusions
Efinaconazole topical solution, 10% may likely become a preferred topical agent for the management of mild-to-moderate onychomycosis.
