Which antifungal drug inhibits the enzyme squalene epoxidase in fungal cells?
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Correct answer: Terbinafine
Terbinafine inhibits the enzyme squalene epoxidase, which is involved in ergosterol synthesis. This leads to accumulation of toxic squalene and fungal cell death.
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