Indications

• Candida (see Candida, [[Candida]])

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Pharmacology

• Inhibits Formation of ß-Glucans in Fungal Cell Wall: ß-Glucans are not present in the mammalian cell wall
  • Candida (see Candida, [[Candida]]): cidal for all species
  • Aspergillus (see Aspergillus, [[Aspergillus]]): probably also cidal for all species
  • Cryptococcus (see Cryptococcus, [[Cryptococcus]]): not active

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Administration

• IV:

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Adverse Effects

Gastroenterologic Adverse Effects

• Elevated LFT’s

Other Adverse Effects

• Flushing: with rapid infusion
• Rash

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References

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