The molecule is 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, repectively. 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. It has a role as an antibacterial agent and an antiseborrheic. It is a pyridone, a cyclic hydroxamic acid and a hydroxypyridone antifungal drug.
6-cyclohexyl-1-hydroxy-4-methylpyridin-2-one