Anti-infective Topical Treatments Flashcards
1
Q
what different types of anti-infective topical treatments are there
A
antibiotics, antifungals, antiseptics, antivirals
2
Q
what effects do antiseptics have
A
bacteriocidal or bacteriostatic effects
3
Q
what clinical uses are there for topical antiseptics
A
recurrent infections, skin cleansing, wound irrigation
4
Q
what clinical used are there for topical antibiotics
A
treatment of acne, rosacea, skin infection, infected eczematous process
5
Q
what clinical uses are there for topical antiviral agents
A
herpes simplex, eczema herpeticum, herpes zoster(shingles)
6
Q
what clinical uses are there for topical antifungals
A
candida(thrush), dermatophytes(ringworm), pityriasis versicolor
