Chapter 5 BNF (Fungal Infections) Flashcards
1
Q
What are the side effects of Itraconazole?
A
Heart failure
Hepatotoxicity
2
Q
What’s the MHRA on oral ketoconazole?
A
Hepatotoxicity
3
Q
What are the side effects of voriconazole?
A
Hepatotoxicity
Photo toxicity
4
Q
How is anaphylaxis avoided with amphoteracin?
A
Test dose then monitor for 30 mins
5
Q
What do Tinea capatis Tinea corporis Tinea cruris Tinea pedis Tinea unguium
A
Cap: head Corp: body Cru: genitals Ped: feet Ung: nails
6
Q
What is the fluconazole for vaginal candidiasis and recurrent vaginal candidiasis?
A
One off dose of fluconazole 150mg
150mg every 3 days for 3 doses then 150mg weekly for 6 months