Pharmacopeia
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| Field |
AMPHOTERICIN B
Anti-infectives · Anti-infectives · Level 3
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GANCICLOVIR
Anti-infectives · Anti-infectives · Level 3
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CASPOFUNGIN
Anti-infectives · Anti-infectives · Level 3
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| Mechanism of action | Polyenes specifically target fungal membranes. They bind ergosterol, which is the principal sterol in fungal membranes as opposed to cholesterol found in host membranes. This interference creates a transmembrane channel and the resultant change in permeability allows leakage of intracellular components |
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| Absorption | only administered IV |
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| Distribution | Poor tissue penetration. Negligable CSF or urine penetration. |
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| Protein binding | Highly protein bound |
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| Metabolism | Metabolised by the liver |
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| Excretion | poorly characterized but does not accumulate in renal failure |
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| Adverse Effects Toxicity | Dose related nephrotoxicity |
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| Antimicrobial Spectrum | Broad antifungal cover including candida, Cryptococcus, aspergillus and zygomyces |
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| Class Group | Antifungal |
Antiviral |
Antifungal |
| Introduction | Polyene |
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| Legacy Cicm Level | Level 3 |
Level 3 |
Level 3 |