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What is the primary therapy for fungal keratitis according to the passage?
Polyenes
Which of the following is a broad-spectrum antifungal according to the passage?
Miconazole
What is the mechanism of action of imidazoles according to the passage?
They affect the formation of ergosterol in cell membranes and disrupt lysosomes
What is the main advantage of triazoles over polyenes according to the passage?
Triazoles have a broader spectrum of activity and fewer side effects
What is the primary use of econazole according to the passage?
Treatment of superficial mycosis
Explore the differences in ocular penetration and antifungal spectrum between Fluconazole (FCZ) and Ketoconazole (KCZ). Discover the effectiveness of FCZ against yeasts like Candida compared to filamentous fungi like Aspergillus and Fusarium.
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