ANTIFUNGAL Flashcards

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Antifungals/ Polyenes

A

Nystatin

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Nystatin INDICATION

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skin and GI Candida infections

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3
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Nystatin ROA

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PO, topical

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4
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Nystatin MOA

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Binds to ergosterol to change the cell membrane; pores form that allow ions to flow out which leads to cell death

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5
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Nystatin AE

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PO: N/V/D, cramps Topical: rash, urticaria

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6
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Antifungals/ Azoles: 2 DRUGS

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Fluconazole

Ketoconazole

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Antifungals/ Azoles INDICATION

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broad spectrum; systemic infection to mild genital yeast infections

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Antifungals/ Azoles ROA

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Fluconazole: PO, IV
Ketoconazole: PO

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Antifungals/ Azoles MOA

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inhibits synthesis of ergosterol in the cell membrane

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Antifungals/ Azoles AE

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N/V, photophobia, cardiac arrythmia, menstrual irregularities, hepatotoxicity

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Antifungals/ Azoles PK/PD

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often has drug interactions due to impact on CYP enzymes, especially ketoconazole

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