fungal infections Flashcards
1
Q
- for fungal infections
- infusion reaction (shake & bake)
- use only if resistance present
- nephrotoxic
- pre-medicate with Tylenol & benadryl
A
amphotericin B
2
Q
- topical use due to ototoxicity
- indicated for oral vaginal, intestinal candiasis
- swish & swallow
A
nystatin (myostatin)
3
Q
- systemic & topical uses
- largest class antifungal
- less toxic than amphotericin B
- hepatotoxic, hypoglycemia, alopecia
A
diflucan (azole)
