Used primarily as an antifungal agent in veterinary medicine, particularly in aquaculture. It is effective against a range of fungal infections in fish, including those caused by Saprolegnia species, which commonly affect fish eggs and skin. Applied in hatcheries to prevent fungal growth on fish eggs, improving hatch rates and reducing mortality. Its broad-spectrum activity and low toxicity to aquatic species make it suitable for use in water-based environments. Also shows efficacy against certain dermatophytes and yeast-like fungi in topical treatments for companion animals.