Ravuconazole is a triazole antifungal, a 1-butyl-1H-1,2,4- triazole. The compound has a broad-spectrum antifungal activity, and is active against molds and yeast. It has a spectrum similar to voriconazole. It inhibits cytochrome P450 14α-demethylase, thus it disupts fungal cell membranes. Structurally, it is similar to fluconazole and voriconazole. Ravuconazole is sparingly soluble in DMSO and DMF.
