Oteseconazole: a long-awaited diversification of the antifungal arsenal to manage recurrent vulvovaginal candidiasis (RVVC).
Paul VandecruysSilke BaldewijnsMart SillenWouter Van GenechtenPatrick Van DijckPublished in: Expert review of anti-infective therapy (2023)
Therapeutic options for RVVC are limited, and novel, innovative approaches are needed to treat this debilitating condition. These therapies need to be well-tolerated and prevent RVVC recurrence. The available clinical data show excellent safety and efficacy, with an unprecedentedly low recurrence rate. However, we believe health care providers should be mindful to monitor for the development of resistance, as this may result in treatment failure. Further, the availability and cost may, like for most novel drugs, affect the widespread clinical implementation of VIVJOA. Altogether, we are convinced that VIVJOA is a significant advance in RVVC management.