- Triazole antifungal medication used to prevent and treat various fungal or yeast infections
Indications:
- Broad-spectrum azole antifungal agent effective against a variety of yeast and fungal pathogens
- Particularly useful for patients who are unable to take oral medication or for infections requiring rapid, high-dose treatment
Uses:
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Candidiasis:
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Treatment of fungal infections caused by Candida species
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Includes systemic infections such as candidemia (presence of Candida in the bloodstream), disseminated candidiasis, and pneumonia
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Also effective for mucosal candidiasis, including oropharyngeal (thrush) and esophageal candidiasis
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Cryptococcal Meningitis:
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Treatment of meningitis caused by the fungus Cryptococcus neoformans
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Prophylaxis in Immunocompromised Patients:
- Prevention of candidiasis in patients with compromised immune systems, such as those undergoing bone marrow transplantation or receiving chemotherapy
Administration:
- Administered as an intravenous infusion
- Dosage and duration of treatment are determined by the treating physician based on:
- Type and severity of the infection
- Patient's clinical condition
- Renal function
