Antifungal Drugs Quiz

Medicines used to treat fungal infections, either localized (on the skin, nails, etc.) or systemic (throughout the body).

Antifungal medications applied directly to the affected area, like skin or vagina.

Antifungal medicines that travel throughout the body to fight widespread infections.

Conditions like athlete's foot, vaginal yeast infections, and oral thrush that these antifungal drugs treat.

Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes or weakened immune systems, can increase the risk from systemic antifungal use.

A medication used for prophylaxis against influenza A in high-risk groups and to lessen symptoms during active infections.

A class of antiviral drugs that prevent the release of new viral particles from infected cells, effectively stopping the spread of the virus.

Two common neuraminidase inhibitors used to treat acute, uncomplicated influenza in adults and as prophylaxis during outbreaks.

A nucleoside antiviral drug used to treat herpes simplex and herpes zoster infections.

A nucleoside antiviral drug similar to acyclovir, but with less frequent dosing, used for herpes zoster and simplex infections.

A nucleoside antiviral drug similar to famciclovir, but with a specific focus on treating genital herpes.

A nucleoside antiviral drug used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in immunocompromised patients.

A nucleoside antiviral drug used in combination therapy for Hepatitis C.

A sexually transmitted infection caused by the protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis, affecting both males and females. In males, it can cause urethritis, while in females it can manifest with vaginal discharge, itching, and spotting.

An antiprotozoal drug effective against Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia. Also used as a bactericidal agent against anaerobic bacteria.

Common side effects include nausea, anorexia, metallic taste, dizziness, vertigo, and skin rashes. Rarely, neuropathy can occur.

Metronidazole interacts with alcohol, causing a disulfiram reaction characterized by nausea, flushing, headache, and abdominal cramps. Avoid alcohol for 48 hours after the last dose.

An antimalarial drug also effective for treating amebic infections of the intestines and liver caused by Entamoeba histolytica.

A class of antiviral drugs that inhibit the HIV reverse transcriptase enzyme, blocking viral DNA synthesis.

Fungal infections of skin, hair, and nails.

Interferes with cell membrane sterols (important for membrane stability).

A non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) commonly used in combination therapy for HIV.

A non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) used in combination HIV therapy, known for potential renal damage.

Gastrointestinal issues (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain), skin rash, pruritis, potentially hepatotoxicity.

A class of antiviral drugs that resemble the building blocks of DNA, interfering with HIV's reverse transcriptase enzyme and halting viral replication.

A medication that fights influenza viruses.

A nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NRTI) commonly used in HIV therapy, available as oral tablets, capsules, and injection.

Antiviral (Influenza A) or Parkinson's Disease treatment.

Antiviral for influenza A and B viruses.

A class of antiviral drugs that block the HIV protease enzyme, preventing the virus from assembling its structural proteins and becoming infectious.

A protease inhibitor commonly used in HIV therapy, often in combination with other antiretrovirals.

Antiviral medication taken via inhaled powder.

Treatment for HIV involving a combination of at least three different antivirals from the same or different classes, often with long-term use like maintenance therapy.

Antiviral against Herpes simplex and Varicella-Zoster viruses.

Small infectious agents that need host cells to replicate.

Headache, fever, fatigue, sinus pain, coughing.

Targets viral replication cycle, preventing virus spread.

Influenza, shingles, cold sores, viral hepatitis, HIV.

Viral reproduction requires a host cell.

Tablets, cream, and spray.

Combivir, an HIV medication, can cause a range of side effects from mild to severe, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, liver toxicity, and even pancreatitis.

Patients taking Combivir need thorough counseling to prepare them for potential side effects, discuss treatment goals, address adherence challenges, review administration instructions, and prevent drug interactions.

Many drugs interact with Combivir due to its effects on liver enzymes and metabolism, making careful monitoring essential.

Anthelmintics are medications used to treat infections caused by parasitic worms, such as pinworms, roundworms, and tapeworms.

Worm infections happen when you ingest worm eggs found in contaminated food or soil.

Symptoms of worm infections include diarrhea, cramping, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and intense itching.

Mebendazole inhibits the uptake of glucose by worms, preventing their development and maturation.

Pyrantel pamoate works by affecting cholinesterases, causing neuromuscular blockade in worms, which paralyzes them.

Malaria is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito carrying the parasite Plasmodium.

Malaria starts with liver invasion, initially without symptoms. Mature protozoa then enter the bloodstream, causing red blood cell rupture, leading to chills, fevers, and potential convulsions.