Dermatalogic Agents Flashcards
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Antifungals
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Clotrimazole (Lotrimin), Miconazole (Monistat)
Treatment of topical fungal infections, commonly caused by candidiasis (yeast) or dermatophytes (tinea or ringworm infections).
- Apply with gloves or finger cot.
- May be difficult to eradicate, requiring treatment ranging from several weeks up to one year.
- Common adverse effects include local irritation, pruritus, burning and scaling.
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Antibacterials
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- Baciguent (Bacitracin), Neomycin and Polymyxin B (Neosporin), Mupirocin (Bactroban)
Used for Treatment of bacterial skin infections including cellulitis, impetigo and folliculitis. - Silver Sulfadiazine (Silvadene)
Used for Treatment of skin infections associated with burns.
- Apply with gloves or finger cot.
- May cover affected area with gauze dressing if desired.
- Local adverse effects include: burning, stinging, erythema, rash, pruritus, tenderness and swelling.
- Silvadene contraindicated in patients allergic to sulfonamide drugs.
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Antivirals
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Acyclovir. Zovirax
Viral skin infections caused by herpes simplex types 1 and 2 and human papilloma virus (HPV).
- Apply with gloves or finger cot.
- Common adverse effects include stinging, itching and rash.