antifungals

Question 1

antifungal cream

Answer 1

works by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection
athletes foot, jock itch, an infection in the groin area
dec on offending fungus
wash and dry area well before application
wear cotton socks and underwear
no tight clothing
may take several week to eradicate offending fungus

Question 2

amphotericin B

Answer 2

hard to treat fungal infection
only given IV
nephrotoxicity - run w labs, NS, BUN, K+, CBC, HCT
bone marrow suppression
not pregnancy safe
before dose if the pt experiences any of the following fever, hypertension, chills, nausea, premedication 30-60 before w actemetaphin
makes tx more agreeable for pt