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Nazole |
- Fluconazole - Ketoconazole |
Nazole - N for Nail Fungus |
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When is antifungal taken? |
2-3 weeks - very liver toxic |
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NND - Memory Trick |
N - Does NOT treat C. Diff N - Nazole - Nail Fungus D - Dazole - Da Gut |
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- For serious fungus - A Lot of Side Effects |
Amphotericin B |
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Adverse Effects when taking up Amphotericin B |
Renal Injury - Creatinine over 1.3 = Bad Kidney - Urine 30 ml/hr or less = Kidney Distress Oliguria - Low Urine |
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Indicated to treating Candida Infections |
Nystatin |
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Treats oral candidiasis |
Nystatin |
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When taking up nystatin you should shake it well. |
Yes. Medication precipitates and can cause unequal distribution. |
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You should inspect this part when taking up nystatin for irritation |
Mucus Membrane |
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T/F. Dentures should be removed and soaked when taking up nystatin. |
True. Dentures are reservoir for infection. |
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T/F. In patient teaching, you should teach the patient to swish in mouth for several minutes then swallow. |
True. Especially when treating esophageal candida. |
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T/F. When taking up Nystatin, you should always continue after signs and symptoms subside. |
True. Continue 48 hours after the S/s subside. |
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