Antiviral, Antifungal and Antiparasitic Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are the main targets for antiviral drugs?
A
Viral entry, uncoating, nucleic acid synthesis, integration, assembly, and release.
2
Q
How do azole antifungals work?
A
They inhibit ergosterol synthesis, disrupting fungal cell membranes.
3
Q
What are common mechanisms of antiparasitic drugs?
A
Disruption of microtubules, inhibition of energy metabolism, or affecting membrane permeability.
4
Q
Why is it difficult to treat fungal infections?
A
Fungi are eukaryotic and similar to human cells, limiting selective drug targets.
