Fluconazole Flashcards
What is Fluconazole primarily used to treat?
Fluconazole is primarily used to treat fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida species.
What class of drugs does Fluconazole belong to?
Fluconazole belongs to the class of drugs known as azole antifungals.
Fill in the blank: Fluconazole is often administered __________ for systemic infections.
orally or intravenously
Which populations should use Fluconazole with caution?
Fluconazole should be used with caution in patients with liver disease and those who are pregnant.
What are common side effects of Fluconazole?
nausea, headache, dizziness, and abdominal pain.
True or False: Fluconazole can interact with anticoagulants.
True: Fluconazole can increase the effects of anticoagulants, leading to a higher risk of bleeding.
Short answer: What should a nurse monitor for in a patient taking Fluconazole?
signs of liver toxicity, allergic reactions, and effectiveness of treatment.
What is the half-life of Fluconazole?
The half-life of Fluconazole is approximately 30 hours.
True or False: Fluconazole can be used to prevent fungal infections in immunocompromised patients.
True: Fluconazole is often used as prophylaxis in immunocompromised patients.
What is an important nursing consideration when administering Fluconazole?
It is important to assess the patient’s renal function due to potential drug accumulation.
Multiple choice: Which test may be affected by Fluconazole? A) Liver function tests B) Blood glucose tests C) Complete blood count D) Urinalysis
A) Liver function tests
What are the contraindications for Fluconazole?
Fluconazole is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to the drug or other azole antifungals.
Fill in the blank: Fluconazole is effective against __________ infections.
systemic and superficial fungal
What should patients be advised regarding alcohol consumption while taking Fluconazole?
Patients should be advised to avoid alcohol, as it can increase the risk of liver toxicity.
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a serious side effect of Fluconazole? A) Rash B) Hepatotoxicity C) Diarrhea D) Headache
B) Hepatotoxicity
Short answer: In which forms is Fluconazole available?
Fluconazole is available in oral tablets, suspension, and intravenous forms.
What is the role of Fluconazole in HIV/AIDS patients?
Fluconazole is often used to prevent and treat opportunistic fungal infections in HIV/AIDS patients.
